Chapter IV

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

anew

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

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

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

with competence; in a competent capable manner

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

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

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

inspiring awe or admiration or wonder

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

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

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

the two together, not just one

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

possessive form of “burke” — British statesman famous for his oratory; pleaded the cause of the American colonists in British Parliament and defended the parliamentary system (1729-1797)

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

make calm or still

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

a Swiss house with a sloping roof and wide eaves or a house built in this style

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

official routes of communication

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

the job of a professional coach

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

the shore of a sea or ocean

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

in mental comfort; without stress

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

past form of “compare” — examine and note the similarities or differences of

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

prepare a hot meal

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

travel across or pass over

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

separate with or as if with an instrument

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

a barrier constructed to contain the flow of water or to keep out the sea

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a region marked off for administrative or other purposes

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

the cardinal compass point that is at 90 degrees

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

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

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

plural of “feature” — a prominent attribute or aspect of something

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a city in southwestern Switzerland at the western end of Lake Geneva; it is the headquarters of various international organizations

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

a slowly moving mass of ice

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

plural of “glacier” — a slowly moving mass of ice

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a state of high honor

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

the abode of a hermit

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

United States general in the Union Army who was defeated at Chancellorsville by Robert E. Lee (1814-1879)

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

plural of “lake” — a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

the act of departing

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

Canadian explorer (born in England) who explored the Mackenzie River and who was first to cross North America by land north of Mexico (1764-1820)

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a field where grass or alfalfa are grown to be made into hay

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

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

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

attach to a support

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

young bird not yet fledged

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

the place where something begins, where it springs into being

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

above and across; more than

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

the act of departing politely

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

go across or through

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

a collection of objects laid on top of each other

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

a coniferous tree

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

plural of “plain” — extensive tract of level open land

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

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

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

remove impurities from, increase the concentration of, and separate through the process of distillation

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

considered individually

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

plural of “river” — a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

an established line of travel or access

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

Identical; not different.

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

plural of “shore” — the land along the edge of a body of water

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

the natives or inhabitants of Switzerland

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

Dutch navigator who was the first European to discover Tasmania and New Zealand (1603-1659)

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

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

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

station where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

a place where something ends or is complete

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

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

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

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

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

concerned with topography

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

create by training and teaching

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

a person who changes location

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

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

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.

plural of “valley” — a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river

From this reading THE ROUTE TO THE MOUNT COOK DISTRICT _A short description of the route to the Mount Cook district, and of the topographical features of the Mueller, Hooker, and Tasman Valleys_ From Timaru on the east coast the traveller may comfortably reach the glaciers of Aorangi in a two days’ journey.

a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface

From this reading They are both beautiful, each in its own way—Tekapo sunny, peaceful, and calm; Pukaki awe-inspiring and grand—but they lack the charm of chalet and pine tree, of vine and meadow, which so adorn the shores of the Swiss lakes.

United States actress and singer (1896-1977)

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

in or at the place that

From this reading Leaving Timaru by an evening train, Fairlie Creek (the present terminus of the railway line) is reached, where the night is spent.

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

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki may both be aptly compared in one way to the Lake of Geneva, in that they are of glacier origin, and purify the rivers which now flow from the present glaciers, parting with their waters again through channels cut in the ancient terminal moraines which dam their respective southern shores.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading Two days’ coaching then are required to cross over Burke’s Pass into the great Mackenzie plains, across this great ancient glacier bed, past Lakes Tekapo and Pukaki, over the rivers of the same names, and up the valley of the Tasman River to a comfortable hostelry called ‘The Hermitage,’ nestling right under the shadow of that wonderful pile of ice-clad mountain glory, Mount Sefton.