Chapter IV · Construction of Greek Vessels--The Prow, Poop,

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

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

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

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

plural of “anchor” — a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

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

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

the historic period preceding the Middle Ages in Europe

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

(used of persons or the military) characterized by having or bearing arms

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

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

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

beaklike mouth of animals other than birds (e.g., turtles)

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

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From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

the two together, not just one

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

an alloy of copper and zinc

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

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From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

(physics) a brief event in which two or more bodies come together

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

past form of “consist” — originate

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

the amount of wood in an area as measured in cords

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

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

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

the occurrence of a change for the worse

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

elaboration of an interpretation by the use of decorative (sometimes fictitious) detail

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

an opposing military force

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

divisible by two

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

the organ of sight

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

the deck between the bridge and the forecastle

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

a large medieval vessel with a single deck propelled by sails and oars with guns at stern and prow; a complement of 1,000 men; used mainly in the Mediterranean for war and trading

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

the Hellenic branch of the Indo-European family of languages

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

armor plate that protects the head

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

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

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

resulting from one's intentions

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

metal shackles; for hands or legs

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

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

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

plural of “mast” — a vertical spar for supporting sails

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

someone who mimics (especially an actor or actress)

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

an organization of military vessels belonging to a country and available for sea warfare

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

plural of “oar” — an implement used to propel or steer a boat

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

many times at short intervals

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

past form of “ornament” — make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

coated with paint

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

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

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

having a point

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

a prediction made by extrapolating from past observations

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

front part of a vessel or aircraft

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

Alexandrian astronomer (of the 2nd century) who proposed a geocentric system of astronomy that was undisputed until the late Renaissance

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

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

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

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

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

represented accurately or precisely

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

relating to or characteristic of people of Rome

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

a platform raised above the surrounding level to give prominence to the person on it

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

a hinged vertical airfoil mounted at the tail of an aircraft and used to make horizontal course changes

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

plural of “sail” — a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

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

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

characterized by good substantial quality

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

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

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

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

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

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

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

plural of “trireme” — ancient Greek or Roman galley or warship having three tiers of oars on each side

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

precisely as stated

From this reading An eye on each side of the cutwater, as is represented above, was a very common embellishment.

plural of “vessel” — a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

plural of “voyage” — an act of traveling by water

From this reading RUDDER, OARS, MASTS, SAILS, CORDAGE, BULWARKS, ANCHORS--BIREMES, TRIREMES, QUADRIREMES, QUINQUEREMES--THE GRAND GALLEY OF PTOLEMY PHILOPATOR--ROMAN VESSELS--THEIR NAVY--MIMIC SEA-FIGHTS--THE FIVE VOYAGES OF ANTIQUITY.

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

From this reading The prow or foredeck of Greek vessels was ornamented on both sides by figures in mosaic or painted.

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

From this reading Below this was the rostrum or beak, which consisted of a beam armed with sharp and solid irons.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A projection from the head of the prow, pointed or covered with brass, and intended to damage an enemy upon collision, was often in the shape of a wild beast, or helmet, or even the neck of a swan.