Chapter XIV · Chapter 14

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

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

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

any thing at all

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

plural of “bang” — a vigorous blow

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

installation from which a military force initiates operations

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

a mountain or tall hill

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

a vertical flue that provides a path through which smoke from a fire is carried away through the wall or roof of a building

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

clothing in general

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

a relation between things or events (as in the case of one causing the other or sharing features with it)

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

English navigator who explored the Arctic while searching for the Northwest Passage (1550-1605)

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

recognizable; marked

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

possessive form of “detective” — a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

being one more than seven

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

plural of “explosion” — a violent release of energy caused by a chemical or nuclear reaction

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

(comparative of “few” used with count nouns) quantifier meaning a smaller number of

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

start firing a weapon

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

set up or found

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

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

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

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

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

plural of “invader” — someone who enters by force in order to conquer

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

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

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

attach a tag or label to

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

the force of workers available

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

as follows

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

not any; not one

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

not one, and not any

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

an open or empty space in or between things

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

a day devoted to an outdoor social gathering

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

plural of “pilgrim” — someone who journeys in foreign lands

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

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

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

inflected form of “repel” — cause to move back by force or influence

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

past form of “resemble” — appear like; be similar or bear a likeness to

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

past form of “reveal” — make visible

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

English literary critic who collaborated with C. K. Ogden and contributed to the development of Basic English (1893-1979)

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

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

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

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

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

third-person singular of “secure” — get by special effort

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

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

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

plural of “sound” — the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

(Roman mythology) god of woods and fields and flocks; Pan is the Greek counterpart

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

English actress (1847-1928)

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

depleted of strength or energy

From this reading The latter tired themselves out, under the detective's direction, looking for an opening in the ground, but found none, nor anything that in the least resembled one.

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

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

in the direction of

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

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

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

under the level of the ground

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

in an unnecessary manner

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

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

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

a serviceman who has seen considerable active service

From this reading Mr. Bangs had no fewer than eight men under his command, Bigglethorpe and the two Richards at the water, and Coristine and the veteran, the two Pilgrims and Rufus, up above.

plural of “victim” — an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

past form of “wall” — surround with a wall in order to fortify

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

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

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The detective, in conference with Mr. Terry and the lawyer, decided on four sentries, namely one each at the house and the lake, as already set, one at the road looking towards the entrance, and the other half way between the lake and the house, to keep up the connection.

past form of “wonder” — have a wish or desire to know something

From this reading Some of the searchers wondered why the chimney in Rawdon's house was so unnecessarily large and strong, but no examination about its base revealed any connection between it and an underground passage.

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

From this reading Picnic Supper--Sentries--Sylvanus' Silence--Coristine and Bigglethorpe Hear Sounds--Invaders Repelled--Fire and Explosions--Victims Walled In--Water Retreat in the Rain--The Constable Secures Mark Davis--Walk Home in the Rain--Bangs and Matilda--Into Dry Clothes--Miss Carmichael's Mistake--A Reef in Mr. Bangs--Ben has no Clothes--Three Young Gentlemen in a Bad Way.