Chapter X · Chapter 10

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

in addition

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

inflected form of “blow” — exhale hard

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

a name given to a product or service

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

(of skin) having a tan color from exposure to the sun

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

give encouragement to

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

plural of “comrade” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

the appearance conveyed by a person's face

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

accepted or habitual practice

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

make more intense, stronger, or more marked

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading The first effort was not difficult, but the second was not easy.

causing dejection

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading The first effort was not difficult, but the second was not easy.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading The first effort was not difficult, but the second was not easy.

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From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading The first effort was not difficult, but the second was not easy.

dismiss from the mind; stop remembering

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

a brittle transparent solid with irregular atomic structure

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

an alert and refreshed state

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

rum cut with water

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

where you live at a particular time

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

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

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

fill with sublime emotion

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

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

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

immediately past

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

the literary culture

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

small in range or scope

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

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 It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

blemished by injury or rough wear

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

Recollections of past events.

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

the force of workers available

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

not any; not one

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

in other respects or ways

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

owed as a debt

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

a future prospect or potential

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

plural of “qualm” — uneasiness about the fitness of an action

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

a person who enjoys reading

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

past form of “recall” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

uttered with a trill

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

a transparent piece of ruby that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

liquor distilled from fermented molasses

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The first effort was not difficult, but the second was not easy.

past form of “serve” — serve a purpose, role, or function

From this reading Being Saturday, a glass of rum was served out in the evening, according to custom, and the men proceeded to hold what is known by the name of "Saturday night at sea".

move or cause to move back and forth

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

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

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

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

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

throw or toss with a light motion

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

under normal conditions

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

a tube in which a body fluid circulates

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

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

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

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

From this reading This being a night that was usually much enjoyed on board, owing to the home memories that were recalled, and the familiar songs that were sung; owing, also, to the limited supply of grog, which might indeed cheer, but could not by any possibility inebriate, the men endeavoured to shake off their fatigue, and to forget, if possible, the rolling of the vessel.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

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

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

belonging to which person

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading A STORM, AND A DISMAL STATE OF THINGS ON BOARD THE _PHAROS_ From what has been said at the close of the last chapter, it will not surprise the reader to be told that the storm which blew during that night had no further effect on Ruby Brand than to toss his hair about, and cause a ruddier glow than usual to deepen the tone of his bronzed countenance.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading It was otherwise with many of his hapless comrades, a few of whom had also received letters that day, but whose pleasure was marred to some extent by the qualms within.