Chapter XII

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From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

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From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

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From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

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From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

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

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

farther along in physical or mental development

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

-ing form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

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

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

eagerly desirous

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

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

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

travel up

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

moving or going or growing upward

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

the season when the leaves fall from the trees

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

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From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

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

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

equipment for taking photographs (usually consisting of a lightproof box with a lens at one end and light-sensitive film at the other)

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

a strip of land projecting into a body of water

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

causing sad feelings of gloom and inadequacy

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

plural of “cliff” — a steep high face of rock

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

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

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

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

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

past form of “consist” — originate

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

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

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

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

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

brought about or set up or accepted; especially long established

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

plural of “falcon” — diurnal birds of prey having long pointed powerful wings adapted for swift flight

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

an agenda of things to do

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

cause to be firmly attached

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

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

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

extremely impressive in strength or excellence

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

yet to be or coming

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

past form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

plural of “gale” — a strong wind moving 45-90 knots; force 7 to 10 on Beaufort scale

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

plural of “glimpse” — a quick look

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

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From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

of comparatively great physical weight or density

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

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

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

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

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

water frozen in the solid state

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

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

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

have in mind as a purpose

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

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

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

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

From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

owning or consisting of land or real estate

From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

immediately past

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

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

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

the force of workers available

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

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

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

used to form the superlative

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

plural of “observatory” — a building designed and equipped to observe astronomical phenomena

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

used of a height or viewpoint

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

go across or through

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

a legal document giving official permission to do something

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

(of sound) set to a certain pitch or key; usually used as a combining form

From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

continue talking

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

housing available for people to live in

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

on the contrary

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

plural of “resource” — available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

the month following August and preceding October

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

transport in a sleigh

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

having great beauty and splendor

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

plural of “struggle” — an energetic attempt to achieve something

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)

From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

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

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

a special situation

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

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

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

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

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

plural of “traveller” — a person who changes location

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We landed near Half-way Island, and pitched our tent for the night.

(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 Early next morning I commenced the rather formidable undertaking of ascending the hills, for it is not possible to pass under the cliffs, and at last I gained the summit of the loftiest, overlooking Cape Bird at a distance of 3 or 4 miles, and affording a splendid view to the westward, as well as glimpses between the hills of the blue eastern sea.

relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

toward the west

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

which person or people

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading {PROCEED WESTWARD IN A BOAT.} Most anxious to know the real state of the ice in the western sea--upon which our hopes so entirely depend--I intend starting this evening by boat, as far through Bellot Strait as the ice will permit, then land and ascend the western coast-hills.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading Proceed westward in a boat--Cheerless state of the western sea--Struggles in Bellot Strait--Falcons, good Arctic fare--The resources of Boothia Felix--Future sledge travelling--Heavy gales--Hobson's party start--Winter quarters--Bellot Strait--Advanced depôt established--Observatories--Intense cold--Autumn travellers--Narrow escape.

in the company of; together with

From this reading {SEPT., 1858.} _1st Sept._--My boat party consisted of four men and the doctor, who came with me for the novelty of the cruise, bringing his camera to fasten upon any thing picturesque.