Chapter XXV

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

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

on a ship, train, plane or other vehicle

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

later than; following

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

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From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

(figurative) something that hinders or handicaps

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

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

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

eagerly desirous

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

plural of “bow” — a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

go after with the intent to catch

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

a ball of yarn or cord or thread

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

the skilled practice of a practical occupation

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

someone who is a detective

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

possessive form of “dick” — someone who is a detective

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading This, however, he feared would be difficult.

past form of “drown” — cover completely or make imperceptible

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

having or showing keen interest or intense desire or impatient expectancy

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

with eagerness; in an eager manner

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

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From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

full of events or incidents

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading This, however, he feared would be difficult.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

set up or found

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

a quick look

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

destroyed or killed

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

come to pass

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

an upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling)

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading This, however, he feared would be difficult.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

past form of “imagine” — form a mental image of something that is not present or that is not the case

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

inflected form of “kidnap” — take away to an undisclosed location against their will and usually in order to extract a ransom

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

plural of “kidnapper” — someone who unlawfully seizes and detains a victim (usually for ransom)

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

lacking companions or companionship

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

engage in

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

cut off or left behind

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

a large body of water constituting a principal part of the hydrosphere

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

above and across; more than

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

-ing form of “peer” — look searchingly

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

by chance

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

free from harm or evil

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

past form of “sail” — traverse or travel on (a body of water)

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

except for; apart from

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

a Spanish title or form of address for a man; similar to the English “Mr” or “sir”

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

a male human offspring

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

move hurridly

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

required or under orders

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

in or at that place or location

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Senor Alantrez took up his position near the bows, peering eagerly forward, as if to get the first glimpse of the lonely island where his son was supposed to be.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

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

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading As for Captain Barton, and the others, they, too, were all as anxious as was the owner of the yacht to effect the rescue, and, as the craft sailed over the heaving ocean, the boys talked of little else as the hours passed, save what would happen when they found the marooned youth.

at the time that

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

in or at the place that

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

the general location where something is

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading This, however, he feared would be difficult.

an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing

From this reading DICK'S YACHT IS GONE As may well be imagined, there was, at the start of this voyage, more excitement aboard the _Albatross_ than at any time since the eventful cruise had been begun, save, perhaps, during the time when it was thought that Tim Muldoon was drowned.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading Dick was eager to make speed to the island where the kidnapped youth was said to be, and, after that, he had it in mind to chase after the kidnappers, if he could get a clew to their whereabouts.