Chapter XIV · 187-202

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

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

later than; following

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

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

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

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

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

the feeling that accompanies something extremely surprising

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

an edge tool with a heavy bladed head mounted across a handle

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

plural of “bird” — warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrates characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified as wings

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

plural of “bog” — wet spongy ground of decomposing vegetation; has poorer drainage than a swamp; soil is unfit for cultivation but can be cut and dried and used for fuel

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

a framework that supports climbing plants

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

plural of “cave” — a geological formation consisting of an underground enclosure with access from the surface of the ground or from the sea

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

inflected form of “choose” — pick out, select, or choose from a number of alternatives

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

a slow mode of locomotion on hands and knees or dragging the body

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

greatly pleased

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

the act of departing

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

past form of “dine” — have supper; eat dinner

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

the system of production and distribution and consumption

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading "Sure enough, Hugh, this is Fairy Bower," said Gerald.

past form of “exist” — have an existence, be extant

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

of or relating to or suggestive of flowers

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

plural of “foe” — an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force)

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

plural of “hollow” — a cavity or space in something

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

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

From this reading "Sure enough, Hugh, this is Fairy Bower," said Gerald.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

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

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

plural of “lie” — a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

resembling a labyrinth in form or complexity

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

plural of “note” — a brief written record

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

originality by virtue of being refreshingly novel

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

plural of “occupation” — the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

a course of conduct

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

plural of “plant” — buildings for carrying on industrial labor

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

continue talking or writing in a desultory manner

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

steal goods; take as spoils

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

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

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

having or caused by an irregular surface

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Sure enough, Hugh, this is Fairy Bower," said Gerald.

a sedimentary rock consisting of sand consolidated with some cement (clay or quartz etc.)

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading "Sure enough, Hugh, this is Fairy Bower," said Gerald.

having come or been brought to a conclusion

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

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

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

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

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading "Sure enough, Hugh, this is Fairy Bower," said Gerald.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

the act of using

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

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

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Rambles through the Caves.--Fairy Bower.--A Rough Path to Freedom.--Preparations for Flight.--The Use of the Rifle.--A Case of Conscience.--Departure.--Travelling among the Bogs.--A View of the River.--Making an Axe.--A New Plant.

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 Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "It is open to the day," said Hugh, "and we must find out what lies beyond it."

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

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

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From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.

in the company of; together with

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

withdrawn from society; seeking solitude

From this reading After they had dined with strict economy, and ascertained that their savage foes had for the present withdrawn into the bush, they resumed their usual occupations.

an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading Hugh and Gerald, impatient under their confinement, chose to ramble through the mazy windings of the various hollows which existed in the sandstone rock, searching for a long time in vain for novelty or adventure; at length they wound along a branch passage, which terminated, to their astonishment, in a wall, hung, like a bower, with garlands of flowery creeping plants, from which the notes of various birds greeted the ears of the delighted boys.