Chapter XI

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a component that is added to something to improve it

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

plural of “advantage” — the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

the largest city and principal port of New Zealand

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

plural of “body” — the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a drug made from part of a plant (as the bark or root or leaves)

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

a town in Kent in southeastern England; site of the cathedral where Thomas a Becket was martyred in 1170; seat of the archbishop and primate of the Anglican Church

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

assets available for use in the production of further assets

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

serving as an essential component

From this reading "Its position is a central one, while Auckland is far to the north.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

industrial city at the center of a rich agricultural region

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

of or relating to or characteristic of or inhabiting a colony

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

plural of “county” — (United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the state of owing something (especially money)

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a region marked off for administrative or other purposes

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

plural of “district” — a region marked off for administrative or other purposes

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

an army unit large enough to sustain combat

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a licensed medical practitioner

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

plural of “earthquake” — shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

relating to the process of education

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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 ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

every person

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

plural of “facility” — a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading "Its position is a central one, while Auckland is far to the north.

plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

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

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

plural of “garden” — a plot of ground where plants are cultivated

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

of or relating to the science of geography

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

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

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

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

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

plural of “industry” — the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a heavy ductile magnetic metallic element; is silver-white in pure form but readily rusts; used in construction and tools and armament; plays a role in the transport of oxygen by the blood

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the act of traveling from one place to another

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

plural of “maori” — an ethnic minority of Polynesian and Melanesian descent who speak Maori and live in New Zealand

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

make a map of; show or establish the features of details of

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

kill a large number of people indiscriminately

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

English admiral who defeated the French fleets of Napoleon but was mortally wounded at Trafalgar (1758-1805)

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

not any; not one

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading "Its position is a central one, while Auckland is far to the north.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading "Its position is a central one, while Auckland is far to the north.

and nothing more

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

traveling or passing over land

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a legislative assembly in certain countries

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a town in Massachusetts founded by Pilgrims in 1620

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading "Its position is a central one, while Auckland is far to the north.

an economic state of growth with rising profits and full employment

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

separated in relationship by a given degree of descent

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

subject to a ruling authority

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There may have been other reasons for the change, but the geographical one is certainly apparent to everybody."

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

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

in the direction of

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

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

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

British general and statesman; he defeated Napoleon at Waterloo; subsequently served as Prime Minister (1769-1852)

From this reading ADVANTAGES OF WELLINGTON AS THE CAPITAL.--ITS INDUSTRIES AND PROSPERITY.--A CITY OF EARTHQUAKES.--ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS.--THE COLONIAL GOVERNMENT.--HOW THE COLONY IS RULED.--THE COLONIAL PARLIAMENT.--MAORIS AS OFFICE-HOLDERS.--A WALK IN THE BOTANICAL GARDENS.--DIVISION OF THE ISLANDS INTO COUNTIES AND DISTRICTS.--NO CONNECTION BETWEEN CHURCH AND STATE.--RELATIVE STRENGTH OF RELIGIOUS BODIES.--EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES.--THE COLONIAL DEBT: ITS ENORMOUS FIGURES.--OVERLAND TO NEW PLYMOUTH.--ALONG THE SEA-SHORE.--MAKING IRON FROM SEA-SAND.--RIDING THROUGH THE BUSH.--NELSON AND PICTON.--THE WAIRAU MASSACRE.--TO PORT LYTTELTON AND CHRISTCHURCH.--AN ENGLISH MODEL COLONY.--THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT.--THE "SERVANT-GIRL" QUESTION.

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

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

during the time that

From this reading "Its position is a central one, while Auckland is far to the north.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.

an affirmative

From this reading "Yes," answered Frank, as he studied the map, "and see what a fine harbor it has in addition to its position.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "You have only to look at the map to understand why the capital was removed from Auckland to Wellington," said Doctor Bronson to Frank and Fred as they were journeying towards the latter city.