Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

(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 Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

surrounded by; in the company of

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

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

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

plural of “arrangement” — the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

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

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

plural of “bet” — the money risked on a gamble

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

plural of “boat” — a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

plural of “candidate” — a politician who is running for public office

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

past form of “canvass” — get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

plural of “contest” — an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

continue a certain state, condition, or activity

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

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

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

plural of “crew” — the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

someone who cuts or carves stone

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

plural of “digression” — a message that departs from the main subject

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

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From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

a widespread outbreak of an infectious disease; many people are infected at the same time

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

extend in scope or range or area

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

something regarded with special favor or liking

From this reading Then the non-combatants had their favorite boats and men, and their suggestions would be strongly urged.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

make full, also in a metaphorical sense

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

living quarters consisting of a superstructure in the bow of a merchant ship where the crew is housed

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

draw slowly or heavily

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

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

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

the quality of being important and worthy of note

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

set up or found

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

a record in which commercial accounts are recorded

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

in order that something should not happen

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

for the most part

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

the force of workers available

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

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From this reading Then the non-combatants had their favorite boats and men, and their suggestions would be strongly urged.

the present occasion

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

an implement used to propel or steer a boat

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Haul up all standing--Boat Races--Interest in the sport-- Excitement general--Arrangements--Jockeyism--Regatta-- Preparations--The Start--The Race--The Result--Launch and First Cutter--Race described con-amore--Suggestion of an Old Salt--Satan and Sailors.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

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belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

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just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

bring forth or yield

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

any competition

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plural of “race” — any competition

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inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

a meeting for boat races

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(physiology) the gradual lengthening of inactive muscle or muscle fibers

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

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

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a compound formed by replacing hydrogen in an acid by a metal (or a radical that acts like a metal)

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(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell

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the place where some action occurs

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

-ing form of “select” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

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

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

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From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

having a supporting base

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take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

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with strength or in a strong manner

From this reading Then the non-combatants had their favorite boats and men, and their suggestions would be strongly urged.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

an idea that is suggested

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plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested

From this reading Then the non-combatants had their favorite boats and men, and their suggestions would be strongly urged.

causing surprise or wonder or amazement

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

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belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then the non-combatants had their favorite boats and men, and their suggestions would be strongly urged.

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

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

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

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

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

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

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From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading To continue: To fill up the time, and give some relaxation to the men, had boat races between the different crews in the "Typa."

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

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a formal word for “on”

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

past form of “urge” — force or impel in an indicated direction

From this reading Then the non-combatants had their favorite boats and men, and their suggestions would be strongly urged.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was surprising to see with what interest the sailors entered into the sport, and the excitement produced by the contests; bets ran high amongst them, and Tattersalls, previous to the great St. Leger Stake, could not produce a greater scene of excitement than did our top-gallant forecastle and forward gangways, during the preparations for a race; the claims of different candidates for an oar would be carefully canvassed, and the coxswains became, for the nonce, men of vast importance, for upon their _ipse dixit_ in selecting the crews, the success of the boats was thought mainly to depend.

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

From this reading But I must cease my digressions, lest my sickness become epidemic, and extend to my readers, in which event I should fear they would not be "at home" to me.