Chapter XIII

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

nearest in space or position; immediately adjoining without intervening space

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

a general name for beer made with a top fermenting yeast; in some of the United States an ale is (by law) a brew of more than 4% alcohol by volume

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

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

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

on or to one side

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

Directly under; in or to a lower position than.

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

an orange of low brightness and saturation

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

marked by continuous change or effective action

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

a confidential or secret meeting

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

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

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

a public official who investigates by inquest any death not due to natural causes

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

distributed or spread over a considerable extent

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

-ing form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

plural of “elm” — any of various trees of the genus Ulmus: important timber or shade trees

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

emitting or filled with bubbles as from carbonation or fermentation

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

(plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

in a gradual manner

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

plural of “hold” — the act of grasping

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

plural of “hue” — the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

an inquiry into the cause of an unexpected death

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

plural of “jug” — a large bottle with a narrow mouth

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

plural of “lichen” — any of several eruptive skin diseases characterized by hard thick lesions grouped together and resembling lichens growing on rocks

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

plural of “magpie” — long-tailed black-and-white crow that utters a raucous chattering call

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

(superlative of “near” or “close”) within the shortest distance

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

the middle of the day

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

held or filled or in use

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

above and across; more than

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

a feeling of self-respect and personal worth

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

operate like a pump; move up and down, like a handle or a pedal

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

past form of “refill” — fill something that had previously been emptied

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

edge of a way or road or path

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

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

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

-ing form of “shelter” — provide shelter for

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

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

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

dignified and somber in manner or character and committed to keeping promises

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

shining with brilliant points of light like stars

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

(of muscles) relieved of stiffness by stretching

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

changing location by moving back and forth

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

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

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

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

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

past form of “toss” — throw or toss with a light motion

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

a narrow depression (as in the earth or between ocean waves or in the ocean bed)

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

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

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

filled with shade

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

past form of “vie” — compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.

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

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading At noon the next day an inquest was held on the body at “The Magpies,” the inn nearest Montem Castle--a roadside hostelry that stood back from the road, as if it had stepped aside for shelter beneath those great walnut-trees and elms which stretched their umbrageous arms over the lichen-covered roof.

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

From this reading IN WHICH THE SEVERNSHIRE CORONER HOLDS AN INQUEST.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

in the company of; together with

From this reading An open space in front was occupied by a pump and a wide trough, to which waggoners brought their horses, whilst they sat on the adjacent seat and tossed off brown sparkling ale from small glasses, which they refilled with a sort of pride from blue foaming jugs.

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

made or consisting of (entirely or in part) or employing wood

From this reading There was the sign swinging between two bars like a wooden banner, displaying three magpies in solemn conclave near a wood.

of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk

From this reading The lichens on the roof had gradually dispersed themselves over the coping-stones of the old house, and the brown and yellow excrescences vied with the changing hues of the sheltering trees.