used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
ABOH
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From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
ABOH'S
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From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Where are the rest?"
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
formed or made thin by hammering
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
BEINGauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
BLACKSnounUS /blæks/
plural of “black” — the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white)
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
CAPTUREDverbUS /ˈkæptʃərd/
past form of “capture” — succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading CHAPTER SEVEN.
CHARLEY
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From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
one who is the object of choice; who is given preference
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
reach, make, or come to a decision about something
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
DUCK-HUNTING
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
ENCOURAGEDadjectiveUS /enˈkɜːrɪdʒd/
inspired with confidence
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
an opposing military force
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading We rose to our feet.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
a person who keeps watch over something or someone
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
annoy continually or chronically
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
HATSnounUS /hæts/
plural of “hat” — headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
an instinctive motive
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
possessing or displaying a distinctive feature to a heightened degree
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
kneelverbUS /niːl/
rest one's weight on one's knees
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
march in a procession
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
mercifullyadverbUS /ˈmɜːrsɪfəliː/
in a compassionate manner
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
NAPPINGadjectiveUS /ˈnæpɪŋ/
not prepared or vigilant
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
NATIVESnounUS /ˈneɪtɪvz/
plural of “native” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
used when we are both doing the action and receiving it
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
preservedadjectiveUS /prəˈzɜːrvd/
prevented from decaying or spoiling and prepared for future use
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
PUSHverbUS /pʊʃ/
move with force
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
REJOINverbUS /riˈdʒɔɪn/
join again
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
any object that is left unused or still extant
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading "Where are the rest?"
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading We rose to our feet.
ROUTEnounUS /ruːt/
an established line of travel or access
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one
From this reading CHAPTER SEVEN.
SINKINGnounUS /ˈsɪŋkɪŋ/
a descent as through liquid (especially through water)
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
SNAKEnounUS /sneɪk/
limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
having a supporting base
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
SUCCOURnoun
assistance in time of difficulty
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
SUFFERINGSnounUS /ˈsʌfərɪŋz/
plural of “suffering” — a state of acute pain
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
TAKENadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
THIRSTnounUS /θɜːrst/
a physiological need to drink
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
in the direction of
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
TRACESnounUS /ˈtreɪsəz/
plural of “trace” — a just detectable amount
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
the act of observing; taking a patient look
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
in or at the place that
From this reading "Where are the rest?"
in the company of; together with
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.
showing curiosity
From this reading Our first impulse on reaching dry ground was to kneel down and thank Heaven for having mercifully preserved our lives, the black standing by and watching us with a wondering look as we did so.
people who are wounded
From this reading THE BLACK ABOH REMAINS WITH OUR PARTY--THE MARCH TOWARDS THE FOREST-- CHARLEY CHOSEN LEADER--SUFFERINGS FROM THIRST--WE FIND TRACES OF THE BLACKS--AN ENEMY AT HAND--BATTLE BETWEEN THE NATIVES--FLIGHT AND PURSUIT OF THE BEATEN PARTY--FEAR OF BEING CAPTURED--WE CONCEAL OURSELVES--I AND ABOH ATTEMPT TO SUCCOUR THE WOUNDED--WE REJOIN OUR FRIENDS AND PUSH FORWARD--OUR THIRST BECOMES INTENSE--I AM ON THE POINT OF SINKING-- ENCOURAGED BY HARRY, I STRUGGLE ON--WATER DISCOVERED--ABOH'S DUCK-HUNTING--NAPPING ON GUARD--THE BIG SNAKE--WE DECIDE ON THE ROUTE TO BE TAKEN--MAKING HATS.