Chapter XX · Chapter 20

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

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From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

(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 “And there will be pickings,” he cried, “pickings for us all!

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

the power or right to give orders or make decisions

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

a pair who associate with one another

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading “And there will be pickings,” he cried, “pickings for us all!

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

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

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

compelled forcibly by an outside agency

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

the time of day immediately following sunset

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

plural of “estate” — everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

plural of “farm” — workplace consisting of farm buildings and cultivated land as a unit

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading “And there will be pickings,” he cried, “pickings for us all!

in a gay manner

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

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

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

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

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

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From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

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

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

look over carefully

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

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From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

the act of departing

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

engage in

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

a disorderly crowd of people

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

amounting to a large indefinite number

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

held or filled or in use

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading “And there will be pickings,” he cried, “pickings for us all!

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

Goods or treasure taken by force or theft, especially in war or banditry.

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

religious residence in a monastery governed by a prior or a convent governed by a prioress

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

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From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

put a saddle on

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

the place where some action occurs

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

plural of “servant” — a person working in the service of another (especially in the household)

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

the act of singing vocal music

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

in the near future

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

sweep across or over

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

up to a particular time

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

create by training and teaching

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

extraordinarily large in size or extent or amount or power or degree

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Layton turned in his saddle at the door, and made them a little speech, telling them how he was there with the authority of the King’s Grace, and would soon make a sweep of the place.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading “And there will be pickings,” he cried, “pickings for us all!

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

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

From this reading In the afternoon following the scene in the chapter-house, Dr. Layton and Ralph rode out to inspect some of the farms that were at hand, leaving orders that the stock was to be driven up into the court the next day, and did not return till dusk.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

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

From this reading RALPH’S RETURN The Visitation of Lewes Priory occupied a couple of days, as the estates were so vast, and the account-books so numerous.

which person or people

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading “And there will be pickings,” he cried, “pickings for us all!

in the company of; together with

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading The excitement in the town was tremendous as they rode back through the ill-lighted streets, and as the rumour ran along who the great gentlemen were that went along so gaily with their servants behind them; and by the time that they reached the priory-gate there was a considerable mob following in their train, singing and shouting, in the highest spirits at the thought of the plunder that would probably fall into their hands.