used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
baggagenounUS /ˈbæɡədʒ/
cases used to carry belongings when traveling
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
plural of “boat” — a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
Bronson
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From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
consumedverbUS /kənˈsuːmd/
past form of “consume” — eat up completely, as with great appetite
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
crewsnounUS /kruːz/
plural of “crew” — the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
employverbUS /emˈplɔɪ/
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
exaltedadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɔːltɪd/
of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
considered likely or probable to happen or arrive
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
guidesnounUS /ɡaɪdz/
plural of “guide” — someone employed to conduct others
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
hireverbUS /ˈhaɪər/
engage or hire for work
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
owning or consisting of land or real estate
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
M'salala
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From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
M'tesa
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From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
march in a procession
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
the force of workers available
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
MIRAMBO'S
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From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
a particular point in time
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
an announcement containing information about an event
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
paymentnounUS /ˈpeɪmənt/
a sum of money paid or a claim discharged
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
portersnounUS /ˈpɔːrtərz/
plural of “porter” — a person employed to carry luggage and supplies
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
provincenounUS /ˈprɑːvəns/
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
RESUMINGverbUS /rɪˈzuːmɪŋ/
-ing form of “resume” — take up or begin anew
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
the context and environment in which something is set
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
SOKO
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From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
tentsnounUS /tents/
plural of “tent” — a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
in or at that place or location
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They expected to remain there for several days, as it was not possible to hire at short notice all the guides and porters for the land journey from that point.
transportnounUS /trænˈspɔːrt/
something that serves as a means of transportation
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
Unyamwezi
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From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
Usukuma
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From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The best part of a day was consumed in getting the baggage on shore, setting up the tents, and putting the camp in order.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The payment of the crews of the boats was a matter of some moment, as the men had an exalted opinion of the value of their services, notwithstanding the fact that they were in the employ of King M'tesa, and had been sent by him to transport Doctor Bronson and his party down the lake.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Our friends landed without accident at M'salala, in Usukuma, which is a province of Unyamwezi.
ZEBRASnounUS /ˈziːbrəz/
plural of “zebra” — any of several fleet black-and-white striped African equines
From this reading RESUMING THE MARCH.--MIRAMBO'S COUNTRY.--HUNTING ZEBRAS.--DESCRIPTION OF THE SOKO.
