Chapter X

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

at or near or toward the stern of a ship or tail of an airplane

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

make less active or intense

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

highly skilled

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

troubled emotionally and usually deeply

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

(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 "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

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

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

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

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

past form of “capsize” — overturn accidentally

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

plural of “castaway” — a person who is rejected (from society or home)

From this reading THE FOUR CASTAWAYS.

inflected form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

affected with madness or insanity

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

a state in which all hope is lost or absent

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

a short trip that is taken in the performance of a necessary task or mission

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

having escaped, especially from confinement

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

time without end

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

at any time

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading THE FOUR CASTAWAYS.

A small part broken or separated off something larger.

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

plural of “gallery” — spectators at a golf or tennis match

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

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

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

in a gradual manner

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

blowing in puffs or short intermittent blasts

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

past form of “intervene” — get involved, so as to alter or hinder an action, or through force or threat of force

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

past form of “lash” — beat severely with a whip or rod

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

calm by deception

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

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

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

the local environment

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

-ing form of “pray” — address a deity, a prophet, a saint or an object of worship; say a prayer

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

The daughter of a monarch; a female member of a royal family.

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

one of four equal parts

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

transport commercially

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

the railing around the stern of a ship

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

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

From this reading THE FOUR CASTAWAYS.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

having edges that are jagged from injury

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

add up in number or quantity

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading "Lord have mercy on us!" escaped the lips of all.

plural of “victim” — an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists)

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

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

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

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

From this reading Being level with the sea it could not be capsized, which, at least, was one good property.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading Lashed to such parts of it as were available, the poor victims clung there in desperation and silence, waiting, and praying in their hearts that the storm would abate; and now, as if its errand had been done, its object accomplished in the total destruction of the unfortunate _Princess_, the gusty wind began to lull gradually, though the agitated sea rolled high and black as ever.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.

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

From this reading It would seem that, by the strength and violence of the sea, the entire quarter-deck abaft the mizzen-mast, with a portion of its bulwarks, the taffrail, some parts of the stern windows and quarter galleries, had been torn from the ship, and this crazy fragment was all that intervened between our four friends and eternity.