1921
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1922
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From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
highly skilled
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
arrivingverbUS /ərˈaɪvɪŋ/
-ing form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
ascentnounUS /əˈsent/
an upward slope or grade (as in a road)
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
astoundedadjectiveUS /əˈstaʊndɪd/
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
attainedadjectiveUS /əˈteɪnd/
achieved or reached
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
installation from which a military force initiates operations
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
go upward with gradual or continuous progress
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
comparativelyadverbUS /kəmˈperətɪvli/
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
endeavournounUS /ɪnˈdevər/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
EuropeansnounUS /ˌjʊrəˈpiːənz/
plural of “european” — a native or inhabitant of Europe
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
at any time
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
EverestnounUS /ˈevərəst/
a mountain in the central Himalayas on the border of Tibet and Nepal; the highest mountain peak in the world (29,028 feet high)
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
examinationnounUS /ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
exploredverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːrd/
past form of “explore” — inquire into
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
Howard-Bury
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From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
of great significance or value
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
inconceivableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnkənˈsiːvəbəl/
totally unlikely
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
the deliberate act of deviating from the truth
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
attach to a support
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
absolutely essential
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
not any; not one
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
by chance
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
precursornounUS /priˈkɜːrsər/
a substance from which another substance is formed (especially by a metabolic reaction)
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
previouslyadverbUS /ˈpriːviəsli/
at an earlier time or formerly
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
ReconnaissancenounUS /riˈkɑːnəsəns/
the act of reconnoitring (especially to gain information about an enemy or potential enemy)
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
past form of “render” — cause to become
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
filled with satisfaction
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
setsnounUS /sets/
plural of “set” — a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
strenuousadjectiveUS /ˈstrenjuːəs/
characterized by or performed with much energy or force
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
succumbedverbUS /səˈkʌmd/
past form of “succumb” — consent reluctantly
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
surveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In fact, I myself am more than satisfied, almost astounded, at the extraordinary success attained by my companions in this endeavour.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
precisely as stated
From this reading The object of the Expedition of 1922, of course, was the actual attack on the mountain in an attempt to climb it; but no great mountain has ever succumbed to the first attempt on it, and therefore it is almost inconceivable that so tremendous a problem as the ascent of Mount Everest should succeed at the very first effort.
the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading We have to thank Colonel Howard-Bury and his companions, especially his survey officers, for their important work, which rendered our task in arriving at our base comparatively simple.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading The whole of our work lying in country which had never previously been explored by Europeans, it was rendered absolutely necessary for a full examination of the whole country to be made before an attempt to climb Mount Everest could possibly be carried out.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading TO THE BASE CAMP The precursor of the present volume, _The Reconnaissance of Mount Everest in 1921_, sets forth fully the successful and strenuous work which was accomplished in that year and which has rendered possible the Expedition of the present year.
