pole the North Pole.
under-mate second mate, or second officer in command of a ship.
fortnight two weeks, or a two-week period of time.
capacious able to contain or hold much; roomy; spacious.
fosterage promoting, stimulating, or encouraging.
suppliant a person who supplicates; petitioner.
merchantman ship that carries commercial goods and passengers, not a warship.
paroxysm a sudden outburst as of laughter, rage, or sneezing; fit; spasm.
