Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

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

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

plural of “antagonism” — a state of deep-seated ill-will

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

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From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

take a court case to a higher court for review

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

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

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

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

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

the two together, not just one

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

a structure that allows people or vehicles to cross an obstacle such as a river or canal or railway etc.

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; “Great Britain” is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

plural of “briton” — a native or inhabitant of Great Britain

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

conqueror of Gaul and master of Italy (100-44 BC)

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

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

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

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

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

a large and stately mansion

From this reading ROCHESTER CASTLE.

any large and important church

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

past form of “climb” — go upward with gradual or continuous progress

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

the process of gradually becoming inferior

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

a word used in exclamations of confusion

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

separation into component parts

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

in an effective manner

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

high status importance owing to marked superiority

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

a standard or typical example

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

be identical or equivalent to

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

past form of “erect” — construct, build, or erect

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

the head of a state government

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

the aggregate of past events

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

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

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

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

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

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

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

past form of “last” — persist for a specified period of time

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

a person who loves someone or is loved by someone

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

above and across; more than

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

deserving or inciting pity

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

earlier in time

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

precisely, exactly

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

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

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

a city in western New York; a center of the photographic equipment industry

From this reading ROCHESTER CASTLE.

plural of “say” — the chance to speak

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

an elevated geological formation

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

plural of “stand” — a support or foundation

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

the upper part of anything

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

an inherited pattern of thought or action

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

plural of “traveller” — a person who changes location

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

up to a particular time

From this reading It was called the "Castle of the Medway," or "the Kentishmen's Castle," and it seems, with other antagonisms, to have awed the unfortunate Britons pretty effectively, for it lasted until decay and dissolution came to it and to them, as to all things.

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

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

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

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

at the time that

From this reading Tradition says that the first castle was erected by command of Julius Caesar, when Cassivelaunus was Governor of Britain, "in order to awe the Britons."

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

From this reading The Castle, however, which stands on an eminence on the right bank of the river Medway, close to the bridge, claims prior attention, and a few lines must therefore be devoted to an epitome of its history in the ante-Pickwickian days.

abounding in or exposed to the wind or breezes

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "I took up my hat, and went out, climbed to the top of the old Castle, and looked over the windy hills that slope down to the Medway."--_The Seven Poor Travellers._ TO the lover of Dickens, both the Castle and Cathedral of Rochester appeal with almost equal interest.