Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading "What about the cellar, sir?" said the sergeant.

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

plural of “attic” — floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage

From this reading "Attics in the roof," said Waller.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage

From this reading "What about the cellar, sir?" said the sergeant.

plural of “cellar” — the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

past form of “echo” — to say again or imitate

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

past form of “fetch” — go or come after and bring or take back

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

spectators at a golf or tennis match

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

of comparatively great physical weight or density

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

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

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

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

From this reading "Attics in the roof," said Waller.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

the item at the end

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

take somebody somewhere

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

consisting of or made of wood of the oak tree

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

plural of “office” — place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

being on the outside or further from a center

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

perfected or made shiny and smooth

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building

From this reading "Attics in the roof," said Waller.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "What about the cellar, sir?" said the sergeant.

past form of “search” — try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

plural of “searcher” — someone making a search or inquiry

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

any of several noncommissioned officer ranks in the Army or Air Force or Marines ranking above a corporal

From this reading "What about the cellar, sir?" said the sergeant.

term of address for a man

From this reading "What about the cellar, sir?" said the sergeant.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

a detailed critical inspection

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted

From this reading "Where does that staircase lead, sir?" said the sergeant, as his task drew near its end.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "What about the cellar, sir?" said the sergeant.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

put down or press the foot, place the foot

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

on a floor above

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

having a hemispherical vault or dome

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

United States jazz musician (1904-1943)

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

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

From this reading "Oh, we'll go into that through the outer hall," and, Waller, leading the way, the searchers passed through the various offices, and, on lights being provided and a big key being fetched from the squire's study table, the big, crypt-like, vaulted cellars were searched from end to end.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "What about the cellar, sir?" said the sergeant.

in or at the place that

From this reading Lastly, Waller led the way upstairs to the gallery, where the oaken polished floor echoed to the soldiers' heavy tread.