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 Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

having companions or an escort

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

(sentence connectors) because of the reason given

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

later than; following

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

(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 For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

used in or characteristic of or containing allegory

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

at or on or to the masthead or upper rigging of a ship

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

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

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

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

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

-ing form of “announce” — make known; make an announcement

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

expected hopefully

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

separated or at a distance in place or position or time

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

from appearances alone

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

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

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

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

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

shining intensely

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

A large, vast underground cave, often filled with forgotten ancient treasures.

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

plural of “ceremony” — a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

a natural or artificial enclosed space

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

having the shape or form of a circle

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

without doubt or question

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

a steep high face of rock

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

being joined in close association

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

a pair who associate with one another

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

not carefully or expertly made

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

the specified day of the month

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

represented graphically by sketch or design or lines

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

the length of a straight line passing through the center of a circle and connecting two points on the circumference

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

someone who is a detective

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

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From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

earlier in time; previously

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

divisible by two

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

to an extreme degree

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

putting a condemned person to death

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

being three more than forty

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

the act of departing

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

large in amount or extent or degree

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

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

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

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

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

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

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

past form of “instruct” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

arousing or holding the attention

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

past form of “intermingle” — combine into one

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

take the midday meal

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

past form of “manifest” — provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one's behavior, attitude, or external attributes

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

the act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

a structure erected to commemorate persons or events

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

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

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

used to form the superlative

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

on one occasion

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

plural of “pace” — the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

unusual or striking

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

formality and propriety of manner

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

cut into a desired shape

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

plural of “sculpture” — a three-dimensional work of plastic art

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

past form of “stumble” — walk unsteadily

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

plural of “subject” — the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

calling up supposed supernatural forces by spells and incantations

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

give something useful or necessary to

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

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

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

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

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

plural of “torch” — a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance

From this reading Dick accordingly proceeded to the camp and, summoning four of the Indians, instructed them to prepare a goodly supply of torches for the occasion.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

precisely as stated

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.

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

From this reading For the cavern, a great circular chamber, measuring forty-three paces in diameter--was, beyond all doubt, an ancient temple, as was made clearly manifest by the character of the sculptures on the walls.

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

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

at the time that

From this reading When, some two hours later, the friends, accompanied by a couple of Indians--one to hold a pair of blazing torches aloft, and the other to carry the reserve supply--stood in the cavern and glanced about them, they at once became aware that they had stumbled upon a very remarkable and interesting monument.

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

From this reading These depicted a number of different religious ceremonies, intermingled with subjects which seemed to be allegorical, but apart from the exceedingly curious scenes depicted, the most remarkable circumstance connected with the sculptures was that they were of a totally different character from those on the cliff outside, being much more crude in design and execution, and apparently of far earlier date.

in the company of; together with

From this reading As Dick had anticipated, Earle manifested the utmost interest in the story of the cavern with sculptured walls, going even to the length of announcing his determination to visit it immediately after lunch.