20th
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From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
appreciatedadjectiveUS /əˈpriːʃieɪtɪd/
fully understood or grasped
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Each man went back to his post.
for the reason that
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
fearless and daring
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
characterised
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From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
consequentlyadverbUS /ˈkɑːnsəkwəntli/
(sentence connectors) because of the reason given
From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
a body serving in an administrative capacity
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
daringnounUS /ˈderɪŋ/
a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Each man went back to his post.
one or the other of two
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
HATTERAS
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From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Each man went back to his post.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
imperiousadjUS /ɪmˈpɪr.i.əs/
Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering. (Hách dịch, độc đoán, kiêu kỳ.)
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
have in mind as a purpose
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
English writer and lexicographer (1709-1784)
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
others
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From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
personagenoun
another word for person; a person not meriting identification
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
PolenounUS /poʊl/
a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
affix in a public place or for public notice
From this reading Each man went back to his post.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
PROJECTSnounUS /ˈprɑːdʒekts/
plural of “project” — any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
protestnounUS /ˈproʊtest/
a formal and solemn declaration of objection
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
ralliedverbUS /ˈrælid/
inflected form of “rally” — gather
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
reservingverbUS /rɪˈzɜːrvɪŋ/
-ing form of “reserve” — hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
resistancenounUS /rɪˈzɪstəns/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
precisely, exactly
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
Identical; not different.
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
Shandon
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From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
yielding readily to pressure or weight
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
submittedverbUS /səbˈmɪtɪd/
inflected form of “submit” — refer for judgment or consideration
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading The 20th of May fell on a Sunday, and was consequently a day of rest for the crew.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
From this reading A council was held by the captain, composed of the officers, Shandon, Wall, Johnson, and the doctor.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired
From this reading THE PROJECTS OF HATTERAS The appearance of this bold personage was appreciated in different ways by the crew; part of them completely rallied round him, either from love of money or daring; others submitted because they could not help themselves, reserving their right to protest later on; besides, resistance to such a man seemed, for the present, difficult.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Each man went back to his post.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Gentlemen," said the captain in that voice at the same time soft and imperious which characterised him, "you are aware that I intend to go as far as the Pole.
