used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
aboardadverbUS /əˈbɔːrd/
on a ship, train, plane or other vehicle
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
abundancenounUS /əˈbʌndəns/
the property of a more than adequate quantity or supply
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
additionnounUS /əˈdɪʃən/
a component that is added to something to improve it
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
AmusementsnounUS /əˈmjuːzmənts/
plural of “amusement” — a feeling of delight at being entertained
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
AnnapolisnounUS /əˈnæpəlɪs/
state capital of Maryland; site of the United States Naval Academy
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
relevant relation or interconnection
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
small room on a ship or boat where people sleep
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
chattedverbUS /ˈtʃætəd/
inflected form of “chat” — talk socially without exchanging too much information
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
ChesternounUS /ˈtʃestər/
a city of southeastern Pennsylvania on the Delaware river (an industrial suburb of Philadelphia)
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
collectionnounUS /kəˈlekʃən/
several things grouped together or considered as a whole
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
a state at a particular time
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
conveniencenounUS /kənˈviːnjəns/
the state of being suitable or opportune
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
recognizable; marked
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
any of various platforms built into a vessel
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
Dinsmore
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From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
DolphinnounUS /ˈdɑːlfən/
large slender food and game fish widely distributed in warm seas (especially around Hawaii)
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
Dr
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From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
else
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From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
enjoymentnounUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪmənt/
the pleasure felt when having a good time
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
all things; all of a situation
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
examiningverbUS /ɪɡˈzæmɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
a social unit living together
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
FloridanounUS /ˈflɔːrədə/
a state in southeastern United States between the Atlantic and the Gulf of Mexico; one of the Confederate states during the American Civil War
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
in a free manner
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
gamesnounUS /ɡeɪmz/
plural of “game” — a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
brought together in one place
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
gatheringsnounUS /ˈɡæðərɪŋz/
plural of “gathering” — a group of persons together in one place
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
gaylyadverb
in a joyous manner
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
geographynounUS /dʒiˈɑːɡrəfi/
study of the earth's surface; includes people's responses to topography and climate and soil and vegetation
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
Harold
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From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
how
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From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
a message received and understood
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
intendingverbUS /ˌɪnˈtendɪŋ/
-ing form of “intend” — have in mind as a purpose
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
immediately past
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
engage in
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
mannedadjectiveUS /mænd/
having a crew
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
mapsnounUS /mæps/
plural of “map” — a diagrammatic representation of the earth's surface (or part of it)
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
absolutely essential
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
officered
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From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
on one occasion
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
others
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From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
precedencenounUS /ˈpresədəns/
status established in order of importance or urgency
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
Raymond
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From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
saloonnounUS /səˈluːn/
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
Identical; not different.
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
in the near future
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
an old word meaning “to that place”
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
Travilla
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From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
two times
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
a tube in which a body fluid circulates
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
go to see a place, as for entertainment
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
an act of traveling by water
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
From this reading The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
(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 The voyage was but a short one, the weather pleasant--though cool enough to make the cabin a more comfortable place for family gatherings than the deck--the vessel in fine condition, well manned, well officered, and provided with everything necessary for convenience, comfort, and enjoyment.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
at the time that
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading As soon as the vessel was well under way they gathered about a table in the saloon on which were maps and books bearing upon the subject, and while examining them chatted freely and gayly in regard to which points they should visit, and how long remain in each place.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The _Dolphin_ carried to Florida the same party that she had brought from Annapolis, with the addition of Chester Dinsmore and Dr. Harold Travilla; while some others of the connection were intending to travel thither by land.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading "That last is a question which would better be decided upon the spot," Captain Raymond said when it had been asked once or twice.
yachtnounUS /jɑːt/
an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing
From this reading Amusements--such as music, books, and games--were always to be had in abundance aboard the yacht, but on this occasion the collection of information in regard to the history and geography of Florida took precedence of everything else.
