Chapter XXIII · Chapter 23

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

the mental attitude that something is believable and should be accepted as true

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

an event or situation that happens at the same time as or in connection with another

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

European herb somewhat resembling celery widely naturalized in Britain coastal regions and often cultivated as a potherb

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

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

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

large but transportable armament

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

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

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a sea in northern Europe; stronghold of the Russian navy

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

for the reason that

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

plural of “break” — some abrupt occurrence that interrupts an ongoing activity

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a strip of land projecting into a body of water

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a light four-wheel horse-drawn ceremonial carriage

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

plural of “cheer” — a cry or shout of approval

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

possessive form of “cleopatra” — beautiful and charismatic queen of Egypt; mistress of Julius Caesar and later of Mark Antony; killed herself to avoid capture by Octavian (69-30 BC)

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

suited to your comfort or purpose or needs

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

a procession of land vehicles traveling together

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

plural of “convoy” — a procession of land vehicles traveling together

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

used of skin roughened as a result of cold or exposure

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

harmed or injured or spoiled

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

plural of “decline” — change toward something smaller or lower

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

headed or intending to head in a certain direction; often used as a combining form as in “college-bound students”

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

complete or carry out

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

a division of the United Kingdom

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

opinion or judgment

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

a building or place that provides a particular service or is used for a particular industry

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

set up or found

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

location of a colony of the United Kingdom on a limestone promontory at the southern tip of Spain; strategically important because it can control the entrance of ships into the Mediterranean; one of the Pillars of Hercules

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

plural of “hat” — headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

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

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

curved down like an eagle's beak

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

large strong hand (as of a fighter)

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a unit of weight equal to 100 kilograms

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a small island

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

and nothing more

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

the land on which real estate is located

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

most important element

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

the largest inland sea; between Europe and Africa and Asia

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

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From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

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

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

used when the speaker is also the object of the action

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

the leaf of a conifer

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

having a systematic arrangement; especially having elements succeeding in order according to rule

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

a fundamental principle or practice

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

plural of “rein” — one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

the group following and attending to some important person

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

propose a toast to

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

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

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

plural of “split” — extending the legs at right angles to the trunk (one in front and the other in back)

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a cavalry unit consisting of two or more troops and headquarters and supporting arms

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

carry out

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

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

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

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From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

up to a particular time

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

a conveyance that transports people or objects

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading In short, having given a general discharge of their artillery, and three cheers, I cracked my whip, away we went, helter skelter, and in six jiffies I found myself and all my retinue safe and in good spirits just at the rock of Gibraltar.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

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

From this reading 'Twas a squadron of men-of-war that had been a long time prepared for the Baltic, but which were now destined for the Mediterranean.

plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

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

From this reading Here I remained four days, until I had received part of my accompaniment, which I was ordered to take under my convoy.

during the time that

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

beat severely with a whip or rod

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

a human being; “wight” is an archaic term

From this reading _The Baron proceeds on his voyage--Convoys a squadron to Gibraltar --Declines the acceptance of the island of Candia--His chariot damaged by Pompey's Pillar and Cleopatra's Needle--The Baron out-does Alexander--Breaks his chariot, and splits a great rock at the Cape of Good Hope._ Taking the reins in my hand, while the music gave a general salute, I cracked my whip, away they went, and in three hours I found myself just between the Isle of Wight and the main land of England.

in the company of; together with

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading By the assistance of large hooks and eyes, exactly such as are worn in our hats, but of a greater size, some hundredweight each, the men-of-war hooked themselves on to the wheels of the vehicle: and, in fact, nothing could be more simple or convenient, because they could be hooked or unhooked in an instant with the utmost facility.