Chapter V

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From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

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

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

third-person singular of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

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

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

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From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

third-person singular of “assure” — make certain of

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

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

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

industrial city at the center of a rich agricultural region

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

go upward with gradual or continuous progress

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

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From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

under normal conditions

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

(psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

prepare a hot meal

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

make right or correct

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

the child of your aunt or uncle

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

traveling across

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

be different

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

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

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

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

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

a printed note placed below the text on a printed page

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

alert carnivorous mammal with pointed muzzle and ears and a bushy tail; most are predators that do not hunt in packs

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

plural of “give” — the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

a slowly moving mass of ice

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

an alert and refreshed state

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

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

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

advanced in complexity or elaboration

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

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From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

-ing form of “hover” — be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

plural of “impression” — a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

immediately past

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

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

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

an ethnic minority of Polynesian and Melanesian descent who speak Maori and live in New Zealand

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

march in a procession

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

the message that is intended or expressed or signified

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

attach to a support

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

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

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

a form of address for a man

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

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

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

and nothing more

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

the local environment

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

the most extreme possible amount or value

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

plural of “peril” — a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

of or relating to poetry

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

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

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

most frequent or common

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

in the right manner; correctly; suitably

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

showing reason or sound judgment

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

the extended spatial location of something

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

the state of being held in high esteem and honor

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

increase the number of rotations per minute

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

A specialist in a particular branch of study; a distinguished student.

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

run or move very quickly or hastily

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

in a singular manner or to a singular degree

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

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From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

an orderly pile

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

having a sharp inclination

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

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

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

a word or expression used for some particular thing

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

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

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

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

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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

From this reading FIRST ATTEMPT TO CLIMB AORANGI _First impressions—Swagging—The Hochstetter Glacier—Defeat—The perils of river crossing_ ‘To climb steep hills requires slow pace at first.’

a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

plural of “variety” — a collection containing a variety of sorts of things

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

an interpretation of a matter from a particular viewpoint

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.

precisely as stated

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

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

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

widely or fully known

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

belonging to which person

From this reading One good Maori scholar, whose reputation as such is almost pre-eminent, gives the poetical translation of ‘Light of Day’—a singularly beautiful one, for it is the first peak to catch the morning light and the last to show the glow of evening.

plural of “wind” — air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading Another very well-known Maori scholar, the Rev. J. W. Stack, assures me that the most reasonable interpretation that can be put upon the word ‘Ao-Rangi’ is ‘Scud Peak’; and this is a singularly apt one, for the prevailing nor’-west winds always cause condensation and the gathering of cloud-banners about the higher parts of the mountain.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was on March 24, 1886, that I left Christchurch, in company with my cousin, Mr. C. D. Fox, on my first visit to the great Tasman Glacier and Mount Cook, or Aorangi.[1] [Footnote 1: The Maori name of Mount Cook is ‘Aorangi,’ or, more properly, ‘Ao-Rangi.’

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading The commonly accepted meaning of the term is ‘Sky-piercer’ but as the Maori language admits of many varieties of translation, each version hovering about the region of true meaning, it is only natural that authorities should differ as to the correct construing of the word.