absorbedadjectiveUS /əbˈzɔːrbd/
giving or marked by complete attention to
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
AmidprepositionUS /əˈmɪd/
in the middle of; surrounded by
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
bargesnounUS /ˈbɑːrdʒəz/
plural of “barge” — a flatbottom boat for carrying heavy loads (especially on canals)
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
plural of “bell” — a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
buttingverbUS /ˈbʌtɪŋ/
-ing form of “butt” — lie adjacent to another or share a boundary
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
collidingverbUS /kəˈlaɪdɪŋ/
-ing form of “collide” — be incompatible; be or come into conflict
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
counteractverbUS /ˈkaʊntərækt/
act in opposition to
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
the skilled practice of a practical occupation
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
plural of “cry” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
any of various platforms built into a vessel
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
desperatelyadverbUS /ˈdespərətli/
with great urgency
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
downstreamadverbUS /ˈdaʊnˈstriːm/
away from the source or with the current
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
efficientadjectiveUS /ɪˈfɪʃənt/
being effective without wasting time or effort or expense
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
motor that converts thermal energy to mechanical work
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
escapingverbUS /ɪˈskeɪpɪŋ/
-ing form of “escape” — run away from confinement
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
ferryboatsnounUS /ˈferiboʊts/
plural of “ferryboat” — a boat that transports people or vehicles across a body of water and operates on a regular schedule
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
hauledverbUS /hɔːld/
past form of “haul” — draw slowly or heavily
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
headedadjectiveUS /ˈhedəd/
having a heading or course in a certain direction
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
to a considerable degree
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
hissverbUS /hɪs/
make a sharp hissing sound, as if to show disapproval
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
hoarseadjectiveUS /hɔːrs/
deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
janglingadjective
like the discordant ringing of nonmusical metallic objects striking together
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
loadedadjectiveUS /ˈloʊdɪd/
filled with a great quantity
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
move something or somebody to a lower position
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
majesticallyadverbUS /məˈdʒestɪkəli/
in a majestic manner
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
maneuveringverbUS /məˈnuːvərɪŋ/
-ing form of “maneuver” — direct the course; determine the direction of travelling
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
nosesnounUS /ˈnoʊzɪz/
plural of “nose” — the organ of smell and entrance to the respiratory tract; the prominent part of the face of man or other mammals
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
-ing form of “point” — indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
past form of “push” — move with force
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
railnounUS /reɪl/
a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
with safety; in a safe manner
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
small or little relative to something else
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
snortingnounUS /ˈsnɔːrtɪŋ/
an act of forcible exhalation
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
steamverbUS /stiːm/
travel by means of steam power
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
a clam that is usually steamed in the shell
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
stringsnounUS /strɪŋz/
the section of an orchestra that plays stringed instruments
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
stubbyadjectiveUS /ˈstʌbi/
short and blunt
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
swarmingverbUS /ˈswɔːrmɪŋ/
-ing form of “swarm” — be teeming, be abuzz
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
the periodic rise and fall of the sea level under the gravitational pull of the moon
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
tooting
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
towedverbUS /toʊd/
past form of “tow” — drag behind
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
toweringadjectiveUS /ˈtaʊərɪŋ/
of imposing height; especially standing out above others
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
trafficnounUS /ˈtræfɪk/
the aggregation of things (pedestrians or vehicles) coming and going in a particular locality during a specified period of time
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
tugboatsnounUS /ˈtʌɡboʊts/
plural of “tugboat” — a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
tugsnounUS /tʌɡz/
plural of “tug” — a sudden abrupt pull
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
precisely as stated
From this reading OFF FOR THE SOUTH Amid the jangling of engine room bells, the hiss of escaping steam, and the hoarse cries of the deck hands, the boat moved majestically out into the broad river, two small but very efficient tugboats pushed and hauled at the heavy steamer, butting their stubby noses desperately against her towering sides to counteract the effects of the strong tide.
the act of observing; taking a patient look
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Leaning over the rail, the three friends were absorbed in watching this busy scene.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Long strings of heavily loaded barges, towed by other snorting tugs, passed up and down stream, while numerous ferryboats added their bit to the heavy river traffic.
whistlesnounUS /ˈwɪsəlz/
plural of “whistle” — the sound made by something moving rapidly or by steam coming out of a small aperture
From this reading But after much maneuvering and tooting of whistles the big steamer finally got her nose pointing downstream and headed slowly for the lower bay.
in the company of; together with
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading To them it seemed impossible that their own boat could get safely started without colliding with any of the swarming smaller craft.
