Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

possessing life

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

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

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

the expression of approval and support

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

divisible by two

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

a flaw or weak point

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

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

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

a medium size square-rigged warship of the 18th and 19th centuries

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

used in negative statement to describe a situation that has existed up to this point or up to the present time

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading Let us pray."

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

a pair of people who live together

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

something you have to do

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

and nothing more

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

a judge of a probate court

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

address a deity, a prophet, a saint or an object of worship; say a prayer

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

receiving deferential regard

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

Identical; not different.

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

a man who serves as a sailor

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

third-person singular of “send” — cause to go somewhere

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

transport commercially

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

plural of “shipmate” — an associate on the same ship with you

From this reading He was known on board the frigate as Jim the Methodist, but was respected by the greater number of his shipmates.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

in the near future

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

not in physical motion

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

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

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

which person or people

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.

belonging to which person

From this reading "It may be our lot soon," observed Paul, whose strength was failing.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "Never fear, mates, help will come if we pray for it, though we don't see the Hand which sends it.

the words that are spoken

From this reading "The same hand which has hitherto preserved us few still alive on this raft is strong to preserve us to the end," said James Croxton, an old seaman, who, even on ordinary occasions said but little, and had only spoken since the ship went down to utter a few words of encouragement to his companions.