Chapter XXIV

bring an accusation against; level a charge against

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

later than; following

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

engaged in or accustomed to close observation

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

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

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

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

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

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

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

plural of “boat” — a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

the people of Great Britain

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

plural of “cutter” — someone who cuts or carves stone

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

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

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

an alloy of copper and nickel with high electrical resistance and a low temperature coefficient; used as resistance wire

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

inflected form of “excel” — distinguish oneself

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

the state or fact of existing

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

a United States Navy fleet consisting of two or more squadrons of small warships

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

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

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

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

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

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

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

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From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

ten 10s

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

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From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

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

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

the force of workers available

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

past form of “necessitate” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

not any; not one

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

extremely crowed or filled to capacity

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

(logic) a statement that contradicts itself

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

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

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

showing possibility of achievement or excellence

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

someone who takes spoils or plunder (as in war)

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

plural of “remnant” — a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

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

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

an airplane that can land on or take off from water

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

older; higher in rank; longer in length of tenure or service

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

transport commercially

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

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From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

in the near future

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

plural of “steamboat” — a boat propelled by a steam engine

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

the first light of day

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

possessing sweep

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

the person who plays that position on a football team

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

the quality or habit of not adhering to a correct or usual or expected time

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

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

From this reading The Landing-Party No one could accuse Captain Holloway of tardiness.

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

From this reading He had the reputation of being an alert and promising officer, and on this occasion he excelled himself.

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

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

past form of “tow” — drag behind

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Towed by the two steamboats of the _Simplicita_, four cutters from the _Paradox_, _Eureka_, and the seaplane parent ship set off up the river.

not expected or anticipated

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

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

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

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

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.

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

From this reading Into the boats were packed one hundred and twenty officers and men drawn from each vessel of the little squadron.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Within an hour after sunrise the landing-party from the flotilla was on its way to tackle the remnants of the _Pelikan's_ crew; for almost as soon as the raider had been swept out of existence the British senior officer was drawing up his orders that the unexpected turn of events had necessitated.