Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

anew

From this reading “—What, has this thing appeared again, to-night?”

conforming to your own liking or feelings or nature

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading “—What, has this thing appeared again, to-night?”

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

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

an officer in command of a military unit

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

a seductive woman who uses her sex appeal to exploit men

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

plural of “dare” — a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

-ing form of “enact” — order by virtue of superior authority; decree

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

in a physically fierce manner

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

a community of people smaller than a village

From this reading Hamlet.

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

From this reading “—What, has this thing appeared again, to-night?”

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

immediately past

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

come together

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

many times at short intervals

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

and nothing more

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

a performance using gestures and body movements without words

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

existing or coming before

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

any member of a ship's crew

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

past form of “scribble” — write down quickly without much attention to detail

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

third-person singular of “speak” — express in speech

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

make high-pitched, whiney noises

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

not in physical motion

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

a special situation

From this reading “—What, has this thing appeared again, to-night?”

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

From this reading “—What, has this thing appeared again, to-night?”

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.

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

From this reading “—What, has this thing appeared again, to-night?”

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

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

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

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

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading “—What, has this thing appeared again, to-night?”

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

during the time that

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

which person or people

From this reading “The face of man is the log-book of his thoughts, and Captain Ludlow’s seems agreeable,” observed a voice, that came from one, who was not far from the commander of the Coquette, while the latter was still enacting the pantomime described in the close of the preceding chapter.

in the company of; together with

From this reading “One who has trifled with the first and scribbled in the last too often, not to know how to meet a squall, whether it be seen in the clouds or only on the face of man.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading “Who speaks of thoughts and log-books or who dares to pry into my movements?” demanded the young sailor, fiercely.