Chapter VII

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From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

third-person singular of “accompany” — be present or associated with an event or entity

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

to come to rest, settle

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

a vessel containing liquid in which something is immersed (as to process it or to maintain it at a constant temperature or to lubricate it)

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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From this reading DESERT FARE--THE BAWAUB--NO.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

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From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

plural of “breeze” — a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

placed in a grave

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

a town at the southern tip of Illinois at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

a procession (of wagons or mules or camels) traveling together in single file

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

the act of causing something to happen

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

the extent downward or backward or inward

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch

From this reading DESERT FARE--THE BAWAUB--NO.

the operator of a motor vehicle

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

changed for (replaced by) something different

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

an agenda of things to do

From this reading DESERT FARE--THE BAWAUB--NO.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

set up or found

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

rock fragments and pebbles

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

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

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

not compact or dense in structure or arrangement

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

the boundary line or the area immediately inside the boundary

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

plural of “mile” — a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

absolutely essential

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

not any; not one

From this reading DESERT FARE--THE BAWAUB--NO.

something you have to do

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

above and across; more than

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

an adornment that hangs from a piece of jewelry (necklace or earring)

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

likely to spread and cause an epidemic disease

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

a small piece of cloth or paper

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

the manner in which something is greeted

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

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

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

a nap in the early afternoon (especially in hot countries)

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

characterized by or preferring solitude

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

a city in northeastern Egypt at the head of the Gulf of Suez and at the southern end of the Suez Canal

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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

From this reading DESERT FARE--THE BAWAUB--NO.

needing moisture

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

a more or less definite period of time now or previously present

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

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

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

in an acceptable (but not outstanding) manner

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

a line or route along which something travels or moves

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

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

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

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

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

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

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

(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 4 STATION--A SIESTA--THE SOLITARY TREE--PESTILENTIAL BREEZES--A DRY WELL--SUEZ--WAGHORN’S HOTEL--THE “BERENICE”--RETURN TO CAIRO--A THIRSTY DRIVER--COOL RECEPTION AT A WARM BATH--THE PENDANT RAG.

change directions as if revolving on a pivot

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)

From this reading Our rate of travelling was about five miles in the hour, for the track, which in some places, lay over a smooth and tolerably hard gravel, was at others exchanged for a loose sand, in which our wheels became buried to the depth of a foot or more, causing a deal of labour to our horses.

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

From this reading But to return to our caravan, which we left on the margin of the desert.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading At such times, our Seis, or running-footman, one of whom accompanies each carriage, would apply his shoulder to the wheel and help us over the soft spot, whilst on occasions we found it necessary altogether to alight, and unite our efforts.