16th
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From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
AMONGprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
of short duration or distance
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
CAIRNnounUS /kern/
a mound of stones piled up as a memorial or to mark a boundary or path
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
make calm or still
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
wanted intensely
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
characterized by great determination
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
operate or control a vehicle
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
apart from; not including
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
EXPLORINGverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːrɪŋ/
-ing form of “explore” — inquire into
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
having dropped by the force of gravity
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
set up or found
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
recently made, produced, or harvested
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
GALEnounUS /ɡeɪl/
a strong wind moving 45-90 knots; force 7 to 10 on Beaufort scale
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
GLACIERnounUS /ˈɡleɪʃər/
a slowly moving mass of ice
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
hailedverbUS /heɪld/
past form of “hail” — praise vociferously
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
HARBORverbUS /ˈhɑːrbər/
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
HARTSTENE'S
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From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
a period of time assigned for work
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
HUMBOLDTnounUS /ˈhʌmboʊlt/
German philologist noted for his studies of the relation between language and culture (1767-1835)
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
HUMMOCKS
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From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
water frozen in the solid state
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
IMPRACTICABLEadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpræktɪkəbəl/
not capable of being carried out or put into practice
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
intervalnounUS /ˈɪntərvəl/
a definite length of time marked off by two instants
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
move something or somebody to a lower position
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
most important element
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
march in a procession
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
MISHAPnounUS /ˈmɪshæp/
an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
held or filled or in use
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
on one occasion
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
outeradjectiveUS /ˈaʊtər/
being on the outside or further from a center
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
an amount of time
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
preparationsnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
RENSSELAER
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From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
SIGHTINGnounUS /ˈsaɪtɪŋ/
the act of observing
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
SNOW-HUT
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From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
SunrisenounUS /ˈsʌnraɪz/
the first light of day
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
TEMPERATUREnounUS /ˈtemprətʃər/
the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity)
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
a special situation
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading On the 16th of March I found myself able for the first time to get around Sunrise Point.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
a line or route along which something travels or moves
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
UNCOMFORTABLEadjectiveUS /ənˈkʌmfərtəbəl/
conducive to or feeling mental discomfort
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)
From this reading STARTING ON MY FIRST JOURNEY.--OBJECT OF THE JOURNEY.--A MISHAP.--A FRESH START.--THE FIRST CAMP.--HARTSTENE'S CAIRN.--EXPLORING A TRACK.--A NEW STYLE OF SNOW-HUT.--AN UNCOMFORTABLE NIGHT.--LOW TEMPERATURE.--EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE ON THE SNOW.--AMONG THE HUMMOCKS.--SIGHTING HUMBOLDT GLACIER.--THE TRACK IMPRACTICABLE TO THE MAIN PARTY.--VAN RENSSELAER HARBOR.--FATE OF THE ADVANCE.--A DRIVE IN A GALE.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading My preparations occupied but a few hours, as every thing had been ready for weeks past.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading Except during a brief interval, the temperature had now fallen lower than at any previous period of the winter; and, the air having been quite calm for two days, the ice had formed over the outer bay.
in the company of; together with
From this reading This long desired event was hailed with satisfaction, and I determined to start north at once.
