Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

have an effect upon

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

in addition

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

plural of “altitude” — elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

the form of “be” used with “I”

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

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

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

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

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

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

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

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

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

have

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

acting with a specific goal

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

exercising caution or showing care or attention

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

an accurate clock (especially used in navigation)

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

navigational instrument for finding directions

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

plural of “direction” — a line leading to a place or point

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

plural of “distance” — the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

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

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

badminton played with two players on each side

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

plural of “error” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

divisible by two

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

extremely well

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

plural of “find” — a productive insight

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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 He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

a period of fourteen consecutive days

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

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

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

plural of “instrument” — a device that requires skill for proper use

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

plural of “latitude” — the angular distance between an imaginary line around a heavenly body parallel to its equator and the equator itself

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

plural of “maxim” — a saying that is widely accepted on its own merits

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

the highest level or degree attainable; the highest stage of development

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

the natural satellite of the Earth

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

not any; not one

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

under a moral obligation to do something

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

sporadically and infrequently

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

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From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

on one occasion

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

being directly across from each other; facing

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

the line that appears to bound an object

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

past form of “print” — put into print

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

-ing form of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

similar things placed in order or happening one after another

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

plural of “set” — a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

-ing form of “suppose” — express a supposition

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

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

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

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

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

a person who changes location

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

being four more than twenty

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

plural of “use” — the act of using

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

plural of “variation” — an instance of change; the rate or magnitude of change

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

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From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite

From this reading So, if for time, observe in doubles, viz., a star E. and a star W. Also, if for lunars, let your sets be in doubles--one set of distances to a star E. of moon, and one to a star W. of moon.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

look attentively

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

widely or fully known

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

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

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

which person or people

From this reading Number of Observations requiring record.--A traveller does excellently, who takes latitudes by meridian altitudes, once in the twenty-four hours; a careful series of lunars once a fortnight, on an average; compass variations as often; and an occulation now and then.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading He will want, occasionally, a time observation by which to set his watch (I am supposing he uses no chronometer).

in the company of; together with

From this reading He ought therefore to provide himself with outline forms for calculating these observations, even if he finds himself obliged to have them printed or lithographed on purpose; and in preparing them, he should bear the following well-known maxims in mind:-- Let all careful observations be in doubles.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading If they be for latitudes, observe a star N. and a star S.; the errors of your instruments will then affect the results in opposite directions, and the mean of the results will destroy the error.