Chapter VIII · Chapter 8

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

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

move forward, also in the metaphorical sense

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

(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 But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

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

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

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

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

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

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

equipment designed to serve a specific function

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

English poet and literary critic (1822-1888)

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

plural of “bag” — a flexible container with a single opening

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

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

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

darkened by smoke

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

confined by bonds

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

a race between candidates for elective office

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

clothing in general

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

to a great extent or degree

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

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

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

discouraging through fear

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

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

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

an instrumentality needed for an undertaking or to perform a service

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

set up or found

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

plural of “gorge” — a deep ravine (usually with a river running through it)

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

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

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

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

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

of or characteristic of low rank or importance

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

plural of “lead” — an advantage held by a competitor in a race

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

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 THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

done or made using whatever is available

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

a condition requiring relief

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

throughout a period of time

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

under a moral obligation to do something

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

any cohesive unit such as a military company

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

above and across; more than

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

past form of “overhaul” — travel past

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

mended usually clumsily by covering a hole with a patch

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

a course of conduct

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

a stock or supply of foods

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

inflected form of “refit” — fit out again

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

only a very short time before

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

plural of “sheet” — any broad thin expanse or surface

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

plural of “skin” — a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

transport in a sleigh

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

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From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

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

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

having a sharp inclination

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

doomed to extinction

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

plural of “tablecloth” — a covering spread over a dining table

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

worn to shreds; or wearing torn or ragged clothing

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

plural of “tent” — a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

the feel of a surface or a fabric

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

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

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading But in spite of all their efforts, the outfit for the coming season was bound to be a tattered and makeshift affair.

in or at that place or location

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

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

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

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

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

in an exhaustive manner

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

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

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

the act of using

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

precisely as stated

From this reading This state of things, however, was very far from daunting their spirits, and long before the winter was over the plan of campaign for the next season had been drawn up.

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

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

be dressed in

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

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

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

relating to or characteristic of the western parts of the world or the West as opposed to the eastern or oriental parts

From this reading THE WESTERN JOURNEY Path of advance! but it leads A long steep journey through sunk Gorges, o'er mountains in snow.--M. ARNOLD.

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

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

during the time that

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

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

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading During the second winter much time and attention had to be given to the sledge equipment, for there was scarcely an article in it that did not need to be thoroughly overhauled and refitted.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.

(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability

From this reading Skins of an inferior quality had to be used for sleeping-bags; the tents were blackened with use, threadbare in texture, and patched in many places; the cooking apparatus was considerably the worse for wear; the wind clothes were almost worn out, while for all the small bags, which were required for provisions, they were obliged to fall back on any sheets and tablecloths that could be found.