used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
the event of one object coming closer to another
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
installation from which a military force initiates operations
From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
buntingnounUS /ˈbʌntɪŋ/
a loosely woven fabric used for flags, etc.
From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
CodenounUS /koʊd/
a set of rules or principles or laws (especially written ones)
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
destinationnounUS /ˌdestəˈneɪʃən/
the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
EnsignnounUS /ˈensən/
a person who holds a commissioned rank in the United States Navy or the United States Coast Guard; below lieutenant junior grade
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
extremitynounUS /ekˈstreməti/
an external body part that projects from the body
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
plural of “lad” — a boy or man
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
Lloyd'snounUS /lɔɪdz/
possessive form of “lloyd” — United States comic actor in silent films; he used physical danger as a source of comedy (1893-1971)
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
low-lyingadjective
having a small elevation above the ground or horizon or sea level
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
mastnounUS /mæst/
a vertical spar for supporting sails
From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
many times at short intervals
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
Olivette
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From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
Olivette's
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From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
PatrolnounUS /pəˈtroʊl/
a detachment used for security or reconnaissance
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
PennantnounUS /ˈpenənt/
the award given to the champion
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
Prawle
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From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
proclaimingverbUS /proʊˈkleɪmɪŋ/
-ing form of “proclaim” — declare formally; declare someone to be something; of titles
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
Rayburn
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From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
Semaphoreverb
send signals by or as if by semaphore
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
signal-locker
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
signal-station
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
Southend
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From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
be standing; be upright
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
a special situation
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
tossernoun
terms of abuse for a masturbator
From this reading Rayburn, the _Olivette's_ "bunting tosser" had brought the signal-locker close to the base of the mast.
vesselsnounUS /ˈvesəlz/
plural of “vessel” — a tube in which a body fluid circulates
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
past form of “watch” — look attentively
From this reading The Southend lads watched the operation of "making her number" with deep interest.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading They had often heard and read of vessels proclaiming their names and destination by this means, but this was the first occasion on which they were about to see the "real thing".
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The _Olivette_ had passed Start Point, and was approaching the low-lying extremity known as Prawle Point, on which is built a Lloyd's signal-station.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
Woodleigh
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From this reading The Semaphore Message "Stand by with the Red Ensign and Code Pennant, Rayburn," ordered Patrol Leader Woodleigh.
