Chapter IX · Chapter 9

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

past form of “account” — be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

later than; following

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

(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 THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

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From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading Of Legrand we knew nothing, but could only hope for the best.

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From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

without doubt or question

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

carefully weighed

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

prepare a hot meal

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

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

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

the act of counting; reciting numbers in ascending order

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

lacking courage; ignobly timid and faint-hearted

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

Mental calmness, composure, and evenness of temper, especially in a difficult situation.

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

divisible by two

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading Of Legrand we knew nothing, but could only hope for the best.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

discontinued temporarily

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Of Legrand we knew nothing, but could only hope for the best.

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From this reading Of Legrand we knew nothing, but could only hope for the best.

something lost (especially money lost at gambling)

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

the force of workers available

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

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

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

plural of “mutineer” — someone who is openly rebellious and refuses to obey authorities (especially seamen or soldiers)

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Of Legrand we knew nothing, but could only hope for the best.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

a numbered list

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

and nothing more

From this reading Of Legrand we knew nothing, but could only hope for the best.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

tilling the land with a plow

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

past form of “reckon” — expect, believe, or suppose

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

made less in size or amount or degree

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

plural of “sailor” — any member of a ship's crew

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

someone who guards prisoners

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

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

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

not in physical motion

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

express in words

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

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

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

having no beneficial use or incapable of functioning usefully

From this reading There were six sailors in the hold at present useless, and the mutineers, even after their losses, were not far short of thirty.

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

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

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

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.

which person or people

From this reading Counting the cook, who had not been reckoned in our previous numbering, we were now reduced to a party of ten men, if Pye could be accounted a man after his cowardly behaviour.

in the company of; together with

From this reading At six we took some food prepared by the cook, and considered the position with more equanimity.

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

From this reading THE FLAG OF TRUCE We were not interrupted during all this time, and from the sound of the screw we could tell that the yacht was still ploughing her way, but clearly it was not now for Buenos Ayres.