Chapter I

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From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

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From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

having companions or an escort

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

further or added

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

matters of personal concern

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

later than; following

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

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From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

a region in southern Spain on the Atlantic and the Mediterranean; formerly a center of Moorish civilization

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

regard something as probable or likely

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

plural of “article” — nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

a distinct feature or element in a problem

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

cases used to carry belongings when traveling

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

plural of “boot” — footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

confined by bonds

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

the people of Great Britain

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

plural of “chance” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “company” — an institution created to conduct business

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

outer bark of the cork oak; used for stoppers for bottles etc.

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

traveling across

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

plural of “demand” — an urgent or peremptory request

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

equipment and supplies of a military force

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

plural of “flock” — a church congregation guided by a pastor

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the rising of a body of water and its overflowing onto normally dry land

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

yet to be or coming

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

location of a colony of the United Kingdom on a limestone promontory at the southern tip of Spain; strategically important because it can control the entrance of ships into the Mediterranean; one of the Pillars of Hercules

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

plural of “handkerchief” — a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

secretly shelter (as of fugitives or criminals)

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

excessively quick

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

of comparatively great physical weight or density

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

plural of “herd” — a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “highlander” — a soldier in a Scottish regiment from the Highlands

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

toward home

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “hundred” — ten 10s

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

important for human and animal food; growth habit and stem form similar to Indian corn but having sawtooth-edged leaves

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

something that is lost

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

march in a procession

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

used of animals that move seasonally

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

absolutely essential

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

not any; not one

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

round yellow to orange fruit of any of several citrus trees

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

being on the outside or further from a center

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

any cohesive unit such as a military company

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

plural of “pistol” — a firearm that is held and fired with one hand

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

plural of “relative” — a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “rifle” — a shoulder firearm with a long barrel and a rifled bore

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

plural of “saddle” — a seat for the rider of a horse or other animal

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

traverse or travel on (a body of water)

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the work of a sailor

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

express in words

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

to move hurriedly

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

work done by one person or group that benefits another

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “shirt” — a garment worn on the upper half of the body

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

term of address for a man

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

Rhodesian statesman who declared independence of Zimbabwe from Great Britain (born in 1919)

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

filled with steam or emitting moisture in the form of vapor or mist

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

plural of “store” — a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

carry out

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

a coming to an end of a contract period

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

information about recent and important events

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

plural of “topic” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

soldiers collectively

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

having or bringing misfortune

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

compelling immediate action

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

the act of using

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading Our heavy baggage had already been sent by a sailing vessel to anticipate our arrival, H.M.S.S.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

(Roman mythology) god of fire and metal working; counterpart of Greek Hephaestus

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

the act of signaling by a movement of the hand

From this reading No friends or relatives accompanied us on embarkation to say farewell; no pressing of hands or waving handkerchiefs.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

past form of “weigh” — have a certain weight

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading March down the Country--Christmas Day--Flocks of migratory Storks--Herds of Game--Flood in the Orange River--Narrow Escape in crossing--Return to the Colony--Fort Beaufort--Termination of the War--Homeward Bound 321 The service companies of the 74th Highlanders were under orders to sail from Cork for Gibraltar early in March, 1851.

at the time that

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.

in the company of; together with

From this reading We weighed anchor on a bright Sunday morning, March 16th, after a hasty scramble in the short time left us to lay in stores for the additional length of voyage, and get an outfit of rifles, pistols, saddles, and camp equipage; with a few shirts, boots, and other articles for the use of the outer man, absolutely necessary to supply the loss of our unlucky baggage, by that time some hundreds of miles away in a different direction.

water travel for pleasure

From this reading "Vulcan" lay at Queenstown ready to take us on board, and the all-engrossing topics were the cork-woods of Andalusia, yachting in the Bay of Algesiras, or the chances of future quarters among the olive-groves of Corfu; when, in consequence of tidings received by government of the serious aspect of affairs in British Kaffraria, and the urgent demands of Sir H. Smith for fresh troops, our orders were suddenly countermanded, and, at three days' notice, we were steaming out of harbour for the seat of the Kaffir war.