Chapter V

from one side of something to the other

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

later than; following

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

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

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

move towards

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

a person who is expert in the use of a bow and arrow

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

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

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

past form of “bolt” — move or jump suddenly

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

past form of “challenge” — take exception to

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

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From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

English novelist (born in Poland) noted for sea stories and for his narrative technique (1857-1924)

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

past form of “descend” — move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

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

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

expressing yourself readily, clearly, effectively

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

the male ruler of an empire

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

-ing form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

inflected form of “fling” — throw with force or recklessness

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

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

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

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

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

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

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

past form of “knock” — deliver a sharp blow or push

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

plural of “lead” — an advantage held by a competitor in a race

From this reading LOVE LEADS THE WAY.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

set afire or burning

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading LOVE LEADS THE WAY.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

past form of “march” — march in a procession

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

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

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

-ing form of “pause” — interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

a relatively flat highland

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

past form of “proceed” — continue talking

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

no longer active in your work or profession

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

a strong line

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

plural of “sentinel” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

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

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

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

From this reading LOVE LEADS THE WAY.

inflected form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

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

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

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

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

the topmost one of two

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

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 On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

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

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading LOVE LEADS THE WAY.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

which person or people

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

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 On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading He made his way across the plateau, pausing for some moments to look at the lighted windows of the Palace, but hesitating to approach near, fearing to be challenged by the sentinels who marched up and down in front of the huge building.

in the company of; together with

From this reading On the night after his adventure in the boat with the Baron, the Emperor retired early, bolted his door, threw open the window, flung down the rope, and so descended to the plain outside the wall.

but in spite of that

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Well, Conrad," he said, "has our eloquent and skilful archer left you yet?"

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Finally he proceeded to the upper part of the village, knocked at the door of his friend's châlet, and was admitted by the young man in charge.