Chapter III

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a mechanical device that prevents a vessel from moving

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

accomplishment of an objective

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At Honolulu one of these change took place, and this is how it happened:

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

payment or reward (especially from a government) for acts such as catching criminals or killing predatory animals or enlisting in the military

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a youthful male person

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

actively or fully engaged or occupied

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

a person who is in charge

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

money collected under a tariff

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a female human offspring

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

the act of departing

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

-ing form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

a Christian celebration of the Resurrection of Christ; celebrated on the Sunday following the first full moon after the vernal equinox

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

an Indo-European language belonging to the West Germanic branch; the official language of Britain and the United States and most of the commonwealth countries

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

inflected form of “foresee” — realize beforehand

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

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

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

so exceedingly large or extensive as to suggest a giant or mammoth

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading At Honolulu one of these change took place, and this is how it happened:

maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

of or relating to the study of history

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

the capital and largest city of Hawaii; located on a large bay on the island of Oahu

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

plural of “island” — a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

plural of “journey” — the act of traveling from one place to another

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

plural of “missionary” — someone who attempts to convert others to a particular doctrine or program

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

plural of “monument” — a structure erected to commemorate persons or events

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

plural of “mutineer” — someone who is openly rebellious and refuses to obey authorities (especially seamen or soldiers)

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

plural of “native” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

plural of “novelty” — originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

many times at short intervals

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading At Honolulu one of these change took place, and this is how it happened:

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

the local environment

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

plural of “peculiarity” — an odd or unusual characteristic

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading At Honolulu one of these change took place, and this is how it happened:

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

an estate where cash crops are grown on a large scale (especially in tropical areas)

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

plural of “plantation” — an estate where cash crops are grown on a large scale (especially in tropical areas)

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

any competition

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

To recall to mind.

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

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From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

cut with a saw

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

in the near future

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

happening without warning or in a short space of time

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

-ing form of “tattoo” — stain (skin) with indelible color

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

in or at that place or location

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading At Honolulu one of these change took place, and this is how it happened:

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

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

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

From this reading At Honolulu one of these change took place, and this is how it happened:

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

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

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading At Honolulu one of these change took place, and this is how it happened:

plural of “traveller” — a person who changes location

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

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

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

not known

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

the activity of making visits

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

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

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

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

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

at the time that

From this reading When the _Alameda_ entered the harbor on her arrival from San Francisco our friends observed at anchor a trim-looking yacht displaying the English flag.

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

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

which person or people

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

in the company of; together with

From this reading They were too busy with the novelties of the place to give her any attention, and her presence was soon forgotten.

plural of “wonder” — the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Those who have followed the Boy Travellers in their journeys in other parts of the world will remember that their plans were often changed by circumstances which could not be foreseen.

an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing

From this reading SUDDEN CHANGE OF PLANS.--THE YACHT _PERA_.--DEPARTURE FROM HONOLULU.--VOYAGE TO THE MARQUESAS ISLANDS.--NOOKAHEEVA BAY.--HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE MARQUESAS.--WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAW THERE.--TATTOOING AND HOW IT IS PERFORMED.--THE DAUGHTER OF A CHIEF.--NATIVES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES.--COTTON AND OTHER PLANTATIONS.--PHYSICAL FEATURES OF THE ISLANDS.--VISITING A PLANTATION AND A NATIVE VILLAGE.--MISSIONARIES AND THEIR WORK.--THE TABU.--CURIOUS CUSTOMS.--PITCAIRN ISLAND AND THE MUTINEERS OF THE _BOUNTY_.--WONDERS OF EASTER ISLAND.--GIGANTIC MONUMENTS OF AN UNKNOWN RACE.