souterrain
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of souterrain
1725–35; < French: literally, underground, calque of Latin subterrāneus; see sous-sous, terrain
Example Sentences
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A souterrain also runs under the Glebe House at Donaghmore, Co.
From Ulster Folklore by Elizabeth Andrews
Having fled from the king, Ma'aruf discovers a magic "souterrain" and a talismanic seal ring, by the aid of which he attains incalculable wealth.
From The Life of Sir Richard Burton by Thomas Wright
I only saw the entrance to the souterrain, but from what I heard I believe that here also there is a chamber opening off the passage.
From Ulster Folklore by Elizabeth Andrews
The plan of the souterrain at Ballymagreehan Fort, Co.
From Ulster Folklore by Elizabeth Andrews
Londonderry, the owner opened a trapdoor in his yard, and allowed me to look down into a souterrain.
From Ulster Folklore by Elizabeth Andrews
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