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190
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1913
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used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
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aboundverbUS /əˈbaʊnd/
be abundant or plentiful; exist in large quantities
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
accuratelyadverbUS /ˈækjərətli/
with few mistakes
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
adventurousadjectiveUS /ædˈventʃərəs/
willing to undertake or seeking out new and daring enterprises
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
affectionatelyadverbUS /əˈfekʃənətli/
with affection
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in addition
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
altarsnounUS /ˈɔːltərz/
plural of “altar” — the table in Christian churches where communion is given
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
barquenoun
a sailing ship with 3 (or more) masts
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
BARRETT
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barriernounUS /ˈbæriər/
a structure or object that impedes free movement
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
BritainnounUS /ˈbrɪtən/
a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; “Great Britain” is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
Brother-in-lawnounUS /ˈbrʌðərɪnlɔː/
a brother by marriage
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showing who or what does the action
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature
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assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
canoesnounUS /kəˈnuːz/
plural of “canoe” — small and light boat; pointed at both ends; propelled with a paddle
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
COnounUS /koʊ/
an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon
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to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
prepare a hot meal
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
CopyrightedadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːpiraɪtɪd/
(of literary or musical or dramatic or artistic work) protected by copyright
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beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
dedicatedadjectiveUS /ˈdedəkeɪtəd/
devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
deemsverbUS /diːmz/
third-person singular of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
describesverbUS /dɪˈskraɪbz/
third-person singular of “describe” — give a description of
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
although something is true; in spite of
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
DevonnounUS /ˈdevən/
a county in southwestern England
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for normal reproduction; an important antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals in the body
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
earthquakenounUS /ˈɜːrθkweɪk/
shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
EasternounUS /ˈiːstər/
a Christian celebration of the Resurrection of Christ; celebrated on the Sunday following the first full moon after the vernal equinox
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
editornounUS /ˈedətər/
a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
EDITOR'SnounUS /ˈedɪtərz/
possessive form of “editor” — a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
encircledadjectiveUS /ɪnˈsɜːrkəld/
confined on all sides
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
Etc
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From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
existverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪst/
have an existence, be extant
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
far-offadjective
very far away in space or time
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
travel through the air; be airborne
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
set up or found
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
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Frontispiecenoun
an ornamental facade
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
unflinching in battle or action
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a man of refinement
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Goddes
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From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
grotesqueadjectiveUS /ɡroʊˈtesk/
distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal and hideous
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
Hampdon
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hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
Hervey
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hideousadjectiveUS /ˈhɪdiəs/
grossly offensive to decency or morality; causing horror
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
intense and profound fear
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
infrequentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈfriːkwənt/
not frequent; not occurring regularly or at short intervals
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
Mangaia
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an artist of consummate skill
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
McCLURG
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From this reading A. C. McCLURG & CO.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
memoirnounUS /ˈmemwɑːr/
an account of the author's personal experiences
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
attach to a support
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
mysteriesnounUS /ˈmɪstəriz/
plural of “mystery” — something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
a common nonmetallic element that is normally a colorless odorless tasteless inert diatomic gas; constitutes 78 percent of the atmosphere by volume; a constituent of all living tissues
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
plural of “native” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
a brief written record
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
NovembernounUS /noʊˈvembər/
the month following October and preceding December
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
others
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
platformsnounUS /ˈplætfɔːrmz/
plural of “platform” — a raised horizontal surface
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
reefnounUS /riːf/
a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
refersverbUS /rəˈfɜːrz/
third-person singular of “refer” — make reference to
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
RegenerationnounUS /riˈdʒenərˈeɪʃən/
(biology) growth anew of lost tissue or destroyed parts or organs
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
the state of being held in high esteem and honor
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
safeguardnounUS /ˈseɪfɡɑːrd/
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
past form of “sail” — traverse or travel on (a body of water)
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
seamannounUS /ˈsiːmən/
a man who serves as a sailor
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
plural of “sea” — a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
SparksnounUS /spɑːrks/
plural of “spark” — a momentary flash of light
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
statuesnounUS /ˈstætʃuːz/
plural of “statue” — a sculpture representing a human or animal
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
not in physical motion
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading For the rest, such altars and platforms as he and his little lady found still abound in the South Seas.
a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
thereaboutsadverbUS /ˌðerəˈbaʊts/
near that time or date
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
thereofadverbUS /ˌðeˈrʌv/
of or concerning this or that
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
todaynounUS /təˈdeɪ/
the present time or age
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Also on Easter Island, and on others, too, such statues of the grotesque and hideous “Stone Goddes” as he describes may be seen.
traversedverbUS /ˈtrævərst/
past form of “traverse” — travel across or pass over
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
accumulated wealth in the form of money or jewels etc.
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
unbrokenadjectiveUS /ənˈbroʊkən/
marked by continuous or uninterrupted extension in space or time or sequence
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
not known
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
upheavalsnounUS /əpˈhiːvəlz/
plural of “upheaval” — a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally)
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
directed up
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
Vernon
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading C. T. B. _Mount Vernon, N. Y._ The flight from the place of horror _Frontispiece_ PAGE “The treasure is thereabouts” 122 Then she bent over me 190 She had stepped out by my side 290
plural of “visitor” — someone who visits
From this reading The stairs still exist despite the earthquake to which Master Hampdon refers--and other upheavals which may have followed--and are still traversed by the feet of curious, if infrequent, visitors.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
at the time that
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It is still completely encircled by the unbroken barrier reef, over which the natives ride in their light canoes.
which person or people
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading Who made them and why, as well as when they were put there, are as much mysteries today as they were when, in that far-off time, Master Hampdon and his lady sailed those then unknown seas in that brave little barque _The Rose of Devon_.
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading Author of “The Island of Regeneration,” “As the Sparks Fly Upward,” “The West Wind,” Etc.
Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
writesverbUS /raɪts/
third-person singular of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading Published November, 1913 Copyrighted in Great Britain _This story is affectionately dedicated to my far-off adventurous Brother-in-law_, _E. S. BARRETT_ EDITOR’S NOTE In order to safeguard the reputation of that worthy seaman and most gallant gentleman who writes this memoir, the editor thereof deems it proper to call attention to the fact that Master Hampdon has described accurately the Island of Mangaia of the Cook, or Hervey, group in the South Seas.
YnounUS /waɪ/
a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys
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