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From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A TRIP TO THE CANARY ISLANDS.
the state of being absent
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
additionaladjectiveUS /əˈdɪʃənəl/
further or added
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
AfricanadjectiveUS /ˈæfrəkən/
of or relating to the nations of Africa or their peoples
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
(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 news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
the month following March and preceding May
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
a committee having supervisory powers
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
CANARYnounUS /kəˈneri/
someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police
From this reading A TRIP TO THE CANARY ISLANDS.
a large and stately mansion
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
d'Angers
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From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
dismasted
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From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
Fluxionnoun
a flow or discharge
From this reading Mr. Fluxion took the paper, and looked it over.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
galenounUS /ɡeɪl/
a strong wind moving 45-90 knots; force 7 to 10 on Beaufort scale
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
past form of “hasten” — act or move at high speed
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
hulknounUS /hʌlk/
a very large person; impressive in size or qualities
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
of great significance or value
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
plural of “island” — a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading A TRIP TO THE CANARY ISLANDS.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
and nothing more
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Mr. Fluxion took the paper, and looked it over.
not able to be found
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
a form of address for a man
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
information about recent and important events
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Mr. Fluxion took the paper, and looked it over.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
PelhamnounUS /ˈpeləm/
a bit with a bar mouthpiece that is designed to combine a curb and snaffle
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
PortsmouthnounUS /ˈpɔːrtsməθ/
a port city in southeastern Virginia on the Elizabeth River opposite Norfolk; naval base; shipyards
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
presumedverbUS /prəˈzuːmd/
past form of “presume” — take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
transport commercially
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
in the near future
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
a clam that is usually steamed in the shell
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A TRIP TO THE CANARY ISLANDS.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A TRIP TO THE CANARY ISLANDS.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Mr. Fluxion took the paper, and looked it over.
townounUS /toʊ/
the act of hauling something (as a vehicle) by means of a hitch or rope
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
From this reading A TRIP TO THE CANARY ISLANDS.
precisely as stated
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
Ville
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
(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 news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The news was certainly very important, for it assured the principal that the missing steamer was safe; and, in the absence of any additional intelligence, it was presumed that her crew were all well.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
William
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From this reading “Arrived at Portsmouth, steamer Ville d’Angers, having in tow the hulk of the ship Castle William, dismasted in the violent gale of April 8,” read Mr. Pelham, from a newspaper which had just been received by the African steamer.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He had hastened on board of the Prince with the paper as soon as he obtained it.
