Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

(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 Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

in addition

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading We refer to the remailing of newspapers and journals from one mate to another.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

Australia, New Zealand, and neighboring islands in the South Pacific

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

a statute in draft before it becomes law

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

plural of “bushman” — nomadic hunters and gatherers who live in southern Africa

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

stick of wax with a wick in the middle

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

in a relative manner; by comparison to something else

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

with extreme conscientiousness

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

determine the number or amount of

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

accepted or habitual practice

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

third-person singular of “deserve” — be worthy or deserving

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

plural of “digger” — a laborer who digs

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

a state of high honor

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

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

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

shoot down, of birds

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

the state of being honored

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

past form of “honour” — bestow honor or rewards upon

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

without hope because there seems to be no possibility of comfort or success

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

temporary military shelter

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

plural of “journal” — a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations

From this reading We refer to the remailing of newspapers and journals from one mate to another.

plural of “lie” — a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

possessive form of “manager” — someone who controls resources and expenditures

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

the officer below the master on a commercial ship

From this reading We refer to the remailing of newspapers and journals from one mate to another.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

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

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading We refer to the remailing of newspapers and journals from one mate to another.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

held or filled or in use

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading We refer to the remailing of newspapers and journals from one mate to another.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

the local environment

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

by chance

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

a legal document giving official permission to do something

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

most frequent or common

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

possessive form of “proprietor” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

plural of “read” — something that is read

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

third-person singular of “recline” — move the upper body backwards and down

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

make reference to

From this reading We refer to the remailing of newspapers and journals from one mate to another.

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

From this reading We refer to the remailing of newspapers and journals from one mate to another.

in an unfortunate way

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

plural of “shareholder” — someone who holds shares of stock in a corporation

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

a garment worn on the upper half of the body

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

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

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

plural of “sock” — hosiery consisting of a cloth covering for the foot; worn inside the shoe; reaches to between the ankle and the knee

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

not in physical motion

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

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

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Bill gets his paper and reads it through conscientiously from beginning to end by candle or slush-lamp as he lies on his back in the hut or tent with his pipe in his mouth; or, better still, on a Sunday afternoon as he reclines on the grass in the shade, in all the glory and comfort of a clean pair of moleskins and socks and a clean shirt.

acceptable for a long time

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading It might not be an “honoured” custom from a newspaper manager's or proprietor's point of view, or from the point of view (if any) occupied by the shareholders on the subject; but, nevertheless, it is a time-honoured and a good old custom.

migratory

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

the necessary means (especially financial means)

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

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

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Perhaps, for several reasons, it was more prevalent among diggers than with the comparatively settled bushmen of to-day--the poor, hopeless, wandering swaggy doesn't count in the matter, for he has neither the wherewithal nor the opportunity to honour the old custom; also his movements are too sadly uncertain to permit of his being honoured by it.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading There is an old custom prevalent in Australasia--and other parts, too, perhaps, for that matter--which, we think, deserves to be written up.