Chapter VII

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From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

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

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

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

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

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

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

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

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

plural of “bee” — any of numerous hairy-bodied insects including social and solitary species

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

the person or thing chosen or selected

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

rid of obstructions

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

the shore of a sea or ocean

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

(astronomy) a relatively small extraterrestrial body consisting of a frozen mass that travels around the sun in a highly elliptical orbit

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

an urge to do or say something that might be better left undone or unsaid

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

to a great extent or degree

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

having an (artificial) crown on a tooth

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

plural of “difficulty” — an effort that is inconvenient

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

decrease in size, extent, or range

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

unpleasantly

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

plural of “district” — a region marked off for administrative or other purposes

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

not still wet

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

of or relating to the Netherlands or its people or culture

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

plural of “eater” — someone who consumes food for nourishment

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

plural of “european” — a native or inhabitant of Europe

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

apart from; not including

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

to travel for the purpose of discovery

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

any of various mostly cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates usually having scales and breathing through gills

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

a former British gold coin worth 21 shillings

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

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

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

situated within or suitable for inside a building

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

go away from a place

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

having a small elevation above the ground or horizon or sea level

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

a prominent supporter

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

engage in

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

a member of a people inhabiting the northern Malay Peninsula and Malaysia and parts of the western Malay Archipelago

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

plural of “malay” — a member of a people inhabiting the northern Malay Peninsula and Malaysia and parts of the western Malay Archipelago

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

tediously repetitious or lacking in variety

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

in addition to what has just been said

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

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

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

plural of “obstacle” — something immaterial that stands in the way and must be circumvented or surmounted

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

and nothing more

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

acceptable to the taste or mind

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

any place of complete bliss and delight and peace

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

plural of “pigeon” — wild and domesticated birds having a heavy body and short legs

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

a full supply

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

plural of “pound” — 16 ounces avoirdupois

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

a stock or supply of foods

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

how much there is or how many there are of something that you can quantify

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

one of four equal parts

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

plural of “rapid” — a part of a river where the current is very fast

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

the food allowance for one day (especially for service personnel)

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

plural of “ration” — the food allowance for one day (especially for service personnel)

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

grains used as food either unpolished or more often polished

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

powdery starch from certain sago palms; used in Asia as a food thickener and textile stiffener

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

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From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

the painted structures of a stage set that are intended to suggest a particular locale

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

a small fragment of something broken off from the whole

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

plural of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

plural of “snake” — limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

in the near future

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

plural of “supply” — an amount of something available for use

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

plural of “swamp” — low land that is seasonally flooded; has more woody plants than a marsh and better drainage than a bog

From this reading Moreover the first object of an expedition to the mountains is to leave the swamps behind as soon as possible.

(of soil) soft and watery

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

in or at that place or location

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

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

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

plural of “thunderstorm” — a storm resulting from strong rising air currents; heavy rain or hail along with thunder and lightning

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

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

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

in an acceptable (but not outstanding) manner

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

in the direction of

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

something that serves as a means of transportation

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

-ing form of “transport” — move something or somebody around; usually over long distances

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading It is true that in the low-lying swampy districts near the coast there are plenty of Sago-palms, but the majority of Malays are not sago eaters except under compulsion, and the preparation of sago to make it only tolerably palatable is a tedious business.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

at the time that

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

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

From this reading [Sidenote: SUPPLIES] The mainstay of the food of Malay coolies and soldiers is rice, of which the daily ration is one _katti_ (1-1/3 pounds); to this is added about a quarter of a pound of dried meat or dried fish.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading So it follows that every scrap of food, for the coolies as well as for the Europeans, has to be brought into the country from outside, and it will be evident that, when the means of transport are distressingly slow, the provisions must diminish considerably in quantity as they are carried towards the interior.

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

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading _Difficulties of Food—Coolies’ Rations—Choice of Provisions—Transporting Supplies up the Mimika—Description of the River—A Day’s Work—Monotonous Scenery—Crowned Pigeons—Birds of Paradise and Others—Snakes, Bees and other Creatures—Rapids and Clear Water—The Seasons—Wind—Rain—Thunderstorms—Halley’s Comet._ One of the principal obstacles in the way of successful exploration in Dutch New Guinea is the lack of food in the country itself.