Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

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

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

advanced in years; (“aged” is pronounced as two syllables)

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

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

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

(used in the plural) a percussion instrument consisting of a pair of hollow pieces of wood or bone (usually held between the thumb and fingers) that are made to click together (as by Spanish dancers) in rhythm with the dance

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

plural of “bundle” — a collection of things wrapped or boxed together

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

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From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

plural of “cat” — feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats

From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

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From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

a geological formation consisting of an underground enclosure with access from the surface of the ground or from the sea

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

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

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

plural of “crocodile” — large voracious aquatic reptile having a long snout with massive jaws and sharp teeth and a body covered with bony plates; of sluggish tropical waters

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

a solid formed by the solidification of a chemical and having a highly regular atomic structure

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

arising from or marked by despair or loss of hope

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

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

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

in an uncontrolled manner

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

plural of “globe” — the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

plutonic igneous rock having visibly crystalline texture; generally composed of feldspar and mica and quartz

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

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

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

plural of “herb” — a plant lacking a permanent woody stem; many are flowering garden plants or potherbs; some having medicinal properties; some are pests

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

plural of “hieroglyphic” — writing that resembles hieroglyphics (usually by being illegible)

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

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

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

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

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

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

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

immediately past

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

set afire or burning

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

plural of “mirror” — polished surface that forms images by reflecting light

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

plural of “mummy” — informal terms for a mother

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

relating to or characteristic of mysticism

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

having existed from the beginning; in an earliest or original stage or state

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

-ing form of “purr” — make a soft swishing sound

From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

put into a recess

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

any object that is left unused or still extant

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

hidden from general view or use

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

plural of “sieve” — a strainer for separating lumps from powdered material or grading particles

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

something reduced to its minimal form

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

in a soothing manner

From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

a woman sorcerer

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

shedding tears

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

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

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

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

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.

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

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

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

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

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

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

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

From this reading Two large black cats were caressingly and soothingly purring about her.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading Two torches, held by skeleton hands, lighted the whole.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading Under a natural arch of primeval granite, in the most secluded recess of a wild and savage mountain, was situated the deeply indented cave of the sorceress, Hiorba.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The cavern was filled with sieves and cauldrons, mummies and bundles of herbs, hieroglyphics and mirrors, crystal globes and crocodiles, in mystical confusion.

lean and wrinkled by shrinkage as from age or illness

From this reading In a circle of strange characters and human bones, lay the aged and despairing Hiorba, her face to the ground, frantically tearing the last remains of her silver hair with her withered hands.