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 It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

the second largest continent; located to the south of Europe and bordered to the west by the South Atlantic and to the east by the Indian Ocean

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

Having no one else present.

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

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

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

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

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

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

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

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

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

an edible emulsion of fat globules made by churning milk or cream; for cooking and table use

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

plural of “captive” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

plural of “cask” — the quantity a cask will hold

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

comparative of “cheap” — relatively low in price or charging low prices

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

the shore of a sea or ocean

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

the process of taking food into the body through the mouth (as by eating)

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

in a convenient manner

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

plural of “cool” — the quality of being at a refreshingly low temperature

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

a natural object that covers or envelops

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

inflected form of “cram” — crowd or pack to capacity

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

a prescribed selection of foods

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

take in liquids

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

the act of passengers and crew getting aboard a ship or aircraft

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

inflected form of “empty” — make void or empty of contents

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

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

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

plural of “form” — the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

goods carried by a large vehicle

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

usually; as a rule

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

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

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

a device that requires skill for proper use

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

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

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

and nothing more

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

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From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

used to form the superlative

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

plural of “negro” — a person with African ancestry, "Negro" and "Negroid" are archaic and pejorative today

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

not any; not one

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

usually large hard-shelled seed

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

A viscous liquid derived from petroleum or plants, stored in large earthen jars.

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

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

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

(Greek mythology) the first woman; created by Hephaestus on orders from Zeus who presented her to Epimetheus along with a box filled with evils

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

plural of “port” — a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

like a pulp or overripe; not having stiffness

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

past form of “purchase” — obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

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

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

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

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

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

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

past form of “scoop” — take out or up with or as if with a scoop

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

inflected form of “ship” — transport commercially

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

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

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

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

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

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

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

in the near future

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

(usually in the plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

past form of “substitute” — put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

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

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

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

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

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

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

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

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

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

From this reading Since both the millet-sago and the palm-butter can be purchased in Africa cheaper than any other food, of course these are shipped on board the slave-vessels for the consumption of the unfortunate captives, and beyond these no other food is thought of.

the act of using

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

under normal conditions

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

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

From this reading Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

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 Water alone is their drink, and to provide this, the hold of a slave-ship is usually crammed with large casks, as was the case with the _Pandora_.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading In this state it is used by the negroes just as we use butter, and forms a staple article of their daily diet.

at the time that

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

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

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading These casks serve as ballast on the return-trip, when the vessel is without her freight, and then they are kept full--generally with salt-water, as this in most ports is more conveniently got at; and on the coast of Africa, as the place of embarkation is usually a river, the salt-water is easily emptied out and fresh substituted.

plural of “yield” — production of a certain amount

From this reading It is the pulpy covering of the nut that yields the oil, which becomes hard as soon as it cools--so hard that it requires to be cut with a knife, or scooped out by some sharp instrument.