Into the Ice: The Story of Arctic Exploration
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jschneider on January 27, 2008
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 conquer | to overcome; get the better of |
| destiny | what becomes of someone or something; one's fate or fortune |
| expedition | journey for some special purpose, such as exploration, scientific study, or military purposes |
| insulated | lined or surrounded with a material that does not conduct energy; protected from the loss of heat, electricity, or sound |
| isolation | the state of being separated from others, of being alone |
| navigator | person in charge of finding the position and course of a ship, aircraft, or expedition |
| provisions | a supply of food and drinks |
| verify | to prove to be true; confirm |
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