Chapter XXIII

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

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

(old-fashioned) at or from or to a great distance; far

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

anew

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

in addition

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

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

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

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

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

move towards

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

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

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

decide by reasoning; draw or come to a conclusion

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

a small house with a single story

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

the time of day immediately following sunset

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

one or the other of two

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

possessive form of “enchanter” — a sorcerer or magician

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

plural of “entertainment” — an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

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

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

the organ of sight

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

past form of “festoon” — decorate with strings of flowers

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

plural of “firework” — (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

a gay festivity

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

clothing of a distinctive style or for a particular occasion

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

having or deserving or conferring glory

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

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

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

plural of “group” — any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

an old form of “has”

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

provided with artificial light

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

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

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

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

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

a title used to address any peeress except a duchess

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

plural of “lamp” — an artificial source of visible illumination

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

having its true character concealed with the intent of misleading

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

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

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

throughout a period of time

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

the class of peasants

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

look furtively

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

any object that is left unused or still extant

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

any long object resembling a thin line

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

move by turning over or rotating

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

characteristic of rural life

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

plural of “shape” — any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

in the near future

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

creating thread

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

relating to or interested in sports

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

wear off or die down

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

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

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

tenants of an estate considered as a group

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

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

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

plural of “thunder” — a deep prolonged loud noise

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

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

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

a successful ending of a struggle or contest

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

plural of “tuck” — eatables (especially sweets)

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

past form of “unmask” — reveal the true nature of

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading … “In vain the sun hath set: Light, his glorious attribute, remains, And, in sportive triumph, takes ten thousand Shapes.”

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

a surrounding or nearby region

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

plural of “walk” — the act of traveling by foot

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

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

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)

From this reading “The enchanter’s thunders roll afar, subside— Now roll again, and murmur o’er the wave.”

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

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.

during the time that

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

which person or people

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Lady Susan’s cottage itself was illuminated in a simple style; while, to the great delight of the peasantry and tenantry, who were permitted to peep in at the window, her ladyship, dressed in a rustic garb of stuff, with ribbon tucks, sat by a bright fire spinning with great industry.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading The gala of the evening was to commence as soon as dusk, with illuminations, fireworks, and various entertainments out of doors, and to conclude with a masked ball, and unmasked supper within the Castle.

the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area

From this reading The woods, as far as the eye could reach on either side of the grand approach, and also in the vicinity of the walks leading to the lake and to Lady Susan’s cottage were festooned with coloured lamps, and, at an early hour, filled with groups of company.