1822
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From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
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From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
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From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
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From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
AboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
an indentation of a shoreline larger than a cove but smaller than a gulf
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
blowingnounUS /ˈbloʊɪŋ/
processing that involves blowing a gas
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
Bread-dust
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From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
a slight wind (usually refreshing)
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
climatesnounUS /ˈklaɪməts/
plural of “climate” — the weather in some location averaged over some long period of time
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
ClosingnounUS /ˈkloʊzɪŋ/
the act of closing something
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
comparativelyadverbUS /kəmˈperətɪvli/
in a relative manner; by comparison to something else
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
without stop or interruption
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
DisruptionnounUS /dɪsˈrʌpʃən/
an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
Esquimaux
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From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
divisible by two
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
ExcursionnounUS /ɪkˈskɜːrʒən/
a journey taken for pleasure
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
exposedadjectiveUS /ɪkˈspoʊzd/
with no protection or shield
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
FebruarynounUS /ˈfebjəweri/
the month following January and preceding March
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
FoxesnounUS /ˈfɑːksəz/
plural of “fox” — alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
recently made, produced, or harvested
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
water frozen in the solid state
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
inconveniencenounUS /ˌɪnkənˈviːnjəns/
an inconvenient discomfort
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
insupportableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnsəˈpɔːrtəbəl/
incapable of being justified or explained
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
IntercoursenounUS /ˈɪntərkɔːrs/
communication between individuals
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
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 Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
LyonnounUS /ˈlaɪən/
a city in east-central France on the Rhone River; a principal producer of silk and rayon
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
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 Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
MeteorologicaladjectiveUS /ˌmiːtiɔːrəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
of or pertaining to atmospheric phenomena, especially weather and weather conditions
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
not any; not one
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
the middle of the day
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
northwestnounUS /ˌnɔːrˈθwest/
the northwestern region of the United States
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
discovered or determined by scientific observation
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
OffingnounUS /ˈɔːfɪŋ/
the near or foreseeable future
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
causing physical or psychological pain
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
PartialadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːrʃəl/
being or affecting only a part; not total
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
a human being
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
PhenomenanounUS /fəˈnɑːmənə/
plural of “phenomenon” — any state or process known through the senses rather than by intuition or reasoning
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
ProvisionsnounUS /prəˈvɪʒənz/
a stock or supply of foods
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
one of four equal parts
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
SealingnounUS /ˈsiːlɪŋ/
the act of treating something to make it repel water
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
spiralnounUS /ˈspaɪrəl/
a plane curve traced by a point circling about the center but at increasing distances from the center
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
stirringnounUS /ˈstɜːrɪŋ/
agitating a liquid with an implement
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
subsequentadjectiveUS /ˈsʌbsəkwənt/
following in time or order
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
SuppliedverbUS /səˈplaɪd/
inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
temperateadjectiveUS /ˈtemprət/
(of weather or climate) free from extremes; mild; or characteristic of such weather or climate
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
TemperaturenounUS /ˈtemprətʃər/
the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity)
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
temperaturesnounUS /ˈtemprətʃərz/
plural of “temperature” — the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity)
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
thermometernounUS /θərˈmɑːmətər/
measuring instrument for measuring temperature
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
up to a particular time
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
TribenounUS /traɪb/
a social division of (usually preliterate) people
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
uncoveredadjectiveUS /ənˈkʌvərd/
not covered with clothing
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
precisely as stated
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
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 Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
water-spout
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From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading The effect of a breeze upon the feelings is well known to every person, even in comparatively temperate climates, but at low temperatures it becomes painful and almost insupportable.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
whirledverbUS /wɜːrld/
past form of “whirl” — turn in a twisting or spinning motion
From this reading About noon on the 2d, Captain Lyon observed a considerable body of snow taken up by the wind and whirled round in a spiral form like that of a water-spout, though with us the breeze was quite light at the time.
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Many Foxes caught.--Continued Open Water in the Offing.--Partial Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Meteorological Phenomena, and Temperature of Animals.--Arrival of a Tribe of Esquimaux.--First Meeting and subsequent Intercourse with them.--Esquimaux in Want of Provisions.--Supplied with Bread-dust.--Some Account of a Sealing Excursion with them.--Fresh Disruption of the Ice in the Bay.--Closing of the Winter Theatre.--Meteorological Phenomena till the End of February, 1822.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading The first day of the new year was a very severe one in the open air, the thermometer being down to -22°, and the wind blowing strong from the northwest.
zeroadjectiveUS /ˈzɪroʊ/
indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration
From this reading Thus, with the thermometer at -55°, and no wind stirring, the hands may remain uncovered for ten minutes or a quarter of an hour without inconvenience; while, with a fresh breeze, and the thermometer nearly as high as _zero_, few people can keep them exposed so long without considerable pain.
