verblib.h and verblib.g
Many of the standard verbs for Interactive Fiction are defined in the Hugo Library. Specifically, they are in the verblib.h and verblib.g files.
verblib.g is the grammar definitions of the standard Hugo verbs. If you’re wondering how to define a grammar definition for one of your own verbs, it may be helpful to take a look at this file.
verblib.h actually defines what the verbs defined in verblib.g do. The verblib.h file is another good place to look when you’re trying to learn how to write your own routines.