Chapter XXII

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

serving or used in place of another

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

-ing form of “bristle” — be in a state of movement or action

From this reading The coast is everywhere bristling with glaciers.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

a visual display of information

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

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

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

the shore of a sea or ocean

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

traveling across

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

overfilled or compacted or concentrated

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

the process of gradually becoming inferior

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

having or expressing desire for something

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

compelled forcibly by an outside agency

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

lying in or toward the east

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

constituting the full quantity or extent; complete

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

the act of escaping physically

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

to or in any or all places

From this reading The coast is everywhere bristling with glaciers.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

-ing form of “explore” — inquire into

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

having unexpected good fortune

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

a slowly moving mass of ice

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

plural of “glacier” — a slowly moving mass of ice

From this reading The coast is everywhere bristling with glaciers.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

plural of “habit” — an established custom

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

of comparatively great physical weight or density

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

water frozen in the solid state

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

an arm off of a larger body of water (often between rocky headlands)

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

plural of “inlet” — an arm off of a larger body of water (often between rocky headlands)

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

impossible to resist; overpowering

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading The coast is everywhere bristling with glaciers.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

the act of departing

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

for more time

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

a particular point in time

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

not any; not one

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

quick to notice; showing quick and keen perception

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

arrange in a container

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

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

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

-ing form of “perfect” — make perfect or complete

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

a rate that is rapid

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

the act of physically reaching or thrusting out

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

unusual or striking

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the land along the edge of a body of water

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

Rhodesian statesman who declared independence of Zimbabwe from Great Britain (born in 1919)

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

be standing; be upright

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

the practice of measuring angles and distances on the ground so that they can be accurately plotted on a map

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

English inventor and pioneer in photography who published the first book illustrated with photographs (1800-1877)

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

abundantly filled with especially living things

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

a coming to an end of a contract period

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

past form of “trace” — follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

a social division of (usually preliterate) people

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

British physicist (born in Ireland) remembered for his experiments on the transparency of gases and the absorption of radiant heat by gases and the transmission of sound through the atmosphere

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

up to a particular time

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

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

From this reading Passing close to the land, I had an excellent opportunity for observing the coast and perfecting the chart, especially of Cadogen and Talbot Inlets, both of which were traced around their entire circuit.

a very large person; impressive in size or qualities

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

at the time that

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

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

From this reading We carried the wind along with us down the coast until we reached below Talbot Inlet, when we came upon a heavy pack, and held our course for Whale Sound, which I was desirous of exploring.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.

in the company of; together with

From this reading LEAVING SMITH SOUND.--CROSSING THE NORTH WATER.--MEETING THE PACK.--THE SEA AND AIR TEEMING WITH LIFE.--REMARKABLE REFRACTION.--REACHING WHALE SOUND.--SURVEYING IN A BOAT.--THE SOUND TRACED TO ITS TERMINATION.--MEETING ESQUIMAUX AT ITEPLIK.--HABITS OF THE ESQUIMAUX.--MARRIAGE CEREMONY.--THE DECAY OF THE TRIBE.--VIEW OF BARDEN BAY.--TYNDALL GLACIER.

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

From this reading The ice coming in at length with an easterly wind, and being unable to find any harbor (Cadogen Inlet was completely filled with ice), we had no alternative but to stand away to the south; and this we did at a fortunate moment, for the ice crowded in against the shore with great rapidity; and, had we waited longer, we should have been unable to escape, and would have been driven upon the beach by the irresistible pack.