4th
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From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
AlbatrossnounUS /ˈælbətrɑːs/
(figurative) something that hinders or handicaps
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
(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 On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
ascertainverbUS /ˌæsərˈteɪn/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
Astoria
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From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
the month following July and preceding September
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
bargeverbUS /bɑːrdʒ/
push one's way
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
BeavernounUS /ˈbiːvər/
the soft brown fur of the beaver
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
CausesnounUS /ˈkɑːzəz/
plural of “cause” — events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
channelnounUS /ˈtʃænəl/
a path over which electrical signals can pass
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
Clapp
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From this reading I had stayed at the Fort with Mr. Clapp and four men.
past form of “command” — be in command of
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
very opposed in nature or character or purpose
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
placed crosswise
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
the act of departing
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
destinedadjectiveUS /ˈdestɪnd/
headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in “college-bound students”
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
DestructionnounUS /dɪˈstrʌkʃən/
the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
command with authority
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
DisasternounUS /dɪˈzæstər/
a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
doubtingadjectiveUS /ˈdaʊtɪŋ/
marked by or given to doubt
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
expectationnounUS /ˌekspekˈteɪʃən/
belief about (or mental picture of) the future
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
factorynounUS /ˈfæktəri/
a plant consisting of one or more buildings with facilities for manufacturing
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
to certain extent or degree
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
well known or easily recognized
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
flagnounUS /flæɡ/
emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
a fortified military post where troops are stationed
From this reading I had stayed at the Fort with Mr. Clapp and four men.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading I had stayed at the Fort with Mr. Clapp and four men.
FruitlessadjectiveUS /ˈfruːtləs/
unproductive of success
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
plural of “gun” — a weapon that discharges a missile at high velocity (especially from a metal tube or barrel)
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals)
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I had stayed at the Fort with Mr. Clapp and four men.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
intricaciesnounUS /ˈɪntrəkəsiz/
plural of “intricacy” — marked by elaborately complex detail
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
for more time
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
the force of workers available
From this reading I had stayed at the Fort with Mr. Clapp and four men.
the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
NarrativenounUS /ˈnærətɪv/
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
nationalitynounUS /ˌnæʃəˈnæləti/
people having common origins or traditions and often comprising a nation
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
Non-Appearance
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From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
PartnersnounUS /ˈpɑːrtnərz/
plural of “partner” — a person's partner in marriage
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
go across or through
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
recognisedadjectiveUS /ˈrekəɡnaɪzd/
provided with a secure reputation
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
ReflectionsnounUS /rɪˈflekʃənz/
plural of “reflection” — a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
traverse or travel on (a body of water)
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
salutedverbUS /səˈluːtɪd/
past form of “salute” — propose a toast to
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
cut with a saw
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
transport commercially
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
Rhodesian statesman who declared independence of Zimbabwe from Great Britain (born in 1919)
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
in the near future
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
past form of “stay” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading I had stayed at the Fort with Mr. Clapp and four men.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
Tonquin
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From this reading Arrival of the Ship "Albatross."--Reasons for the Non-Appearance of the Beaver at Astoria.--Fruitless Attempt of Captain Smith on a Former Occasion.--Astonishment and Regret of Mr. Hunt at the Resolution of the Partners.--His Departure.--Narrative of the Destruction of the Tonquin.--Causes of that Disaster.--Reflections.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading As soon as we had recognised the American flag, not doubting any longer that it was a ship destined for the factory, we saluted her with three guns.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading On the 4th of August, contrary to all expectation, we saw a sail at the mouth of the river.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading One of our gentlemen immediately got into the barge, to ascertain her nationality and object: but before he had fairly crossed the river, we saw her pass the bar and direct her course toward Astoria, as if she were commanded by a captain to whom the intricacies of the channel were familiar.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I had stayed at the Fort with Mr. Clapp and four men.
