Chapter IX

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

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

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

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

at or to or toward the back or rear

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

next to; at the side of

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

a man who drives a coach (or carriage)

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

something that interests you because it is important or affects you

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

(of information) make known; pass on

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

provide with a covering or cause to be covered

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

overlaid or spread or topped with or enclosed within something; sometimes used as a combining form

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

past form of “defend” — argue or speak in defense of

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

having the power of driving or impelling

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

past form of “evolve” — work out

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

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

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

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

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

an aggressive and violent young criminal

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

a formal or official examination

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

impossible or nearly impossible to see; imperceptible by the eye

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

a human limb; commonly used to refer to a whole limb but technically only the part of the limb between the knee and ankle

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

less than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

slightly wet

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

the natural satellite of the Earth

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

and nothing more

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

above and across; more than

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

a human being

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

past form of “pervade” — spread or diffuse through

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

a cloth having a crisscross design

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

the body of people in a learned occupation

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

The protective care of God or nature as a spiritual power. (Sự quan phòng, thiên ý phù hộ.)

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

go into retirement; stop performing one's work or withdraw from one's position

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

any member of a ship's crew

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

a small ornamental box for carrying snuff in your pocket

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

having a supporting base

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

dependable

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading It was a soft night, fresh and moist; the moon, almost at the full, was invisible, and only the dull light which pervaded everything suggested her presence behind the clouds.

natural abilities or qualities

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

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

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

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

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

an industrial city in western France on the Loire River

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

directly under, often hidden by what is above

From this reading This carriage was made to convey four people--two underneath the hood and one in front on a seat beside the coachman.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

a conveyance that transports people or objects

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

plural of “watch” — a small portable timepiece

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

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

From this reading THE DOVECOT OF MORPHIE THE vehicle used by Captain Somerville on his tours of inspection was standing in the Whanland coach-house; it was an uncommon-looking concern, evolved from his own brain and built by local talent.

at the time that

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

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

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

beat severely with a whip or rod

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading The body was hung low, with due regard to the wooden leg of its owner, and the large permanent hood which covered it faced backwards instead of forwards, so that, when driving in the teeth of bad weather, the Captain might retire to its shelter, with a stout plaid to cover his person and his snuffbox to solace it.

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

From this reading On fine days the sailor would drive himself, defended by the Providence that watches over his profession; for he was a poor whip.