Chapter IV

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

later than; following

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

any thing at all

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

United States astronaut; the first man to set foot on the Moon (July 20, 1969) (1930-)

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

come out better in a competition, race, or conflict

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

according with custom or propriety

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

small room on a ship or boat where people sleep

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

lacking grace in movement or posture

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

inflected form of “compel” — force somebody to do something

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

permission to do something

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

carefully weighed

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

the skilled practice of a practical occupation

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

traveling across

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

someone who is a detective

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

either of two low shelters on either side of a baseball diamond where the players and coaches sit during the game

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

plural of “emergency” — a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

at any time

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

(of persons) excessively affected by emotion

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

expose or make accessible to some action or influence

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

by good fortune

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading On this occasion Roger was wild with impatience to get home.

a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

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

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

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

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading On this occasion Roger was wild with impatience to get home.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay

From this reading On this occasion Roger was wild with impatience to get home.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

and nothing more

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

plural of “lad” — a boy or man

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

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 What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

come into possession of

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading On this occasion Roger was wild with impatience to get home.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

and nothing more

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

used of mouth or eyes

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

the largest ocean in the world

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

operate an airplane

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

possessive form of “president” — an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

marked by suitability or rightness or appropriateness

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

the possibility of future success

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

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

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

not in physical motion

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

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

From this reading On this occasion Roger was wild with impatience to get home.

feeling intense pleasurable excitement

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

precisely as stated

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

plural of “wave” — one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

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

From this reading Fortunately their voyage was almost in the teeth of the elements, and they were not compelled to expose the side of the boat.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading Dick always sat in the stern, as he was considered the captain and pilot, being better able to judge of what was proper to do in emergencies than Roger, since there was always a chance of the latter becoming confused, as he himself very frankly admitted.

at the time that

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading On this occasion Roger was wild with impatience to get home.

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

From this reading THE CABIN OF BOB ARMSTRONG THERE was still danger in crossing the broad river in so small a boat as the clumsy dugout; so that the two lads had to be constantly on their guard against being caught broadside on, when the waves and wind united to beat against their craft.

in the company of; together with

From this reading On this occasion Roger was wild with impatience to get home.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading What his cousin had just told him had excited him more than anything he had ever heard; and the wonderful prospect that opened to them, if they could obtain the consent of their parents to follow after the President's expedition in search of the distant Pacific, known only to Balboa's party long, long before, thrilled him.