Chapter XVI

a river in north central Switzerland that runs northeast into the Rhine

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

any specific behavior

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

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

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

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

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

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

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

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

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

plural of “bear” — massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

the capacity to attract and hold something

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

plural of “blow” — a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

the two together, not just one

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

physically and forcibly separated into pieces or cracked or split

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

having the shape or form of a circle

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

having a common center

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

plural of “course” — education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

causing distress or worry or anxiety

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

(used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

plural of “dune” — a ridge of sand created by the wind; found in deserts or near lakes and oceans

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

one or the other of two

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

anything that contributes causally to a result

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

past form of “flank” — be located at the sides of something or somebody

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

plural of “hold” — the act of grasping

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

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

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

plural of “instance” — an occurrence of something

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

unknown god; an epithet of Prajapati and Brahma

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

a desert in southwestern Africa - largely Botswana

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

city in central South Africa; center for diamond mining and diamond marketing

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

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

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

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

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

not compact or dense in structure or arrangement

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

molten rock in the earth's crust

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

an optical illusion in which atmospheric refraction by a layer of hot air distorts or inverts reflections of distant objects

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

plural of “move” — the act of deciding to do something

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

not any; not one

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

many times at short intervals

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

make a sweeping movement

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

plural of “pan” — cooking utensil consisting of a wide metal vessel

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

something having the property of being analogous to something else

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

A large hole in the ground, or an abyss of darkness and peril.

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

most frequent or common

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

likely but not certain to be or become true or real

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

having a quality that thrusts itself into attention

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

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

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of a pair of heavy metal circles (usually covered with leather) suspended by ropes; used for gymnastic exercises

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

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From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

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From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

only a very short time before

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

a particular branch of scientific knowledge

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

plural of “scientist” — a person with advanced knowledge of one or more sciences

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

plural of “scorpion” — (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Scorpio

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

marked by correspondence or resemblance

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

not in physical motion

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

in regular succession without gaps

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

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

From this reading FORMATION OF THE DUNES AND PANS--“KOBO-KOBO” PAN--RAIN IN THE DESERT--SCORPIONS--AAR PAN--MIRAGE AND “SAND-DEVILS”--KOICHIE KA--THE PIT AND THE PUFF-ADDER.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

a well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world; an organized system of accepted knowledge that applies in a variety of circumstances to explain a specific set of phenomena

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

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

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

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

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

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From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

plural of “tremor” — an involuntary vibration (as if from illness or fear)

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

a general direction in which something tends to move

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

a condition in which everything is regular and unvarying

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally)

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

under normal conditions

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

all the plant life in a particular region or period

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

relating to or produced by or consisting of volcanoes

From this reading So prominent is this concentric formation near many of the almost circular pans, that it appears probable that volcanic activity may have been the disturbing factor which formed both “pan” and dunes.

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

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

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From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

plural of “wave” — one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

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From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

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

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading The long, parallel, wave-like formation of the sand-dunes of the Kalahari has been explained by many scientists as the result of the action of the prevailing wind, but this theory scarcely holds water.

in the company of; together with

From this reading For though the majority of the dunes trend between west-north-west and east-south-east, this uniformity is broken in the vicinity of each of the numerous pans, around which the dunes are often formed in concentric rings, whilst the dried-up river-beds are usually flanked for some distance with dunes running parallel to their devious courses.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Certain it is that no “prevailing wind” such as still blows, and still moves sand, would have formed either “waves” or rings as they lie to-day; and though science may be able to refute my theory, it is that the former were formed by successive and severe earth tremors (or earth waves) passing in the same direction whilst the sand was loose and without the binding vegetation much of it bears to-day, whilst the upheaval of volcanic magma similar to that of the Kimberley mine had in many instances formed the latter.