tomb — a large vault, typically an underground one, for burying the dead
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a large vault, typically an underground one, for burying the dead
Pronunciation (IPA): /tuːm/
Example Sentences
- The archaeologist discovered a tomb full of ancient memes carved in stone.
- My smartphone will become my tomb if I don't stop scrolling social media.
- The pyramid served as both a monument and a tomb for the Egyptian king.
tomb
NOUN[/tuːm/]
a large vault, typically an underground one, for burying the dead
Explorers discover an ancient pharaoh's tomb hidden beneath the desert sands.
The guide pointed to the stone tomb and said, "This is where the ancient king was buried."
The ancient tomb looked like a stone room filled with mysterious gloom.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From ancient Greek 'tymbos' meaning burial mound, which passed through Latin 'tumba' before entering English. Originally referred specifically to earth mounds built over graves, but expanded to mean any burial place.
Breakdown
tomb (from Greek tymbos = burial mound/grave)
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📝Examples
“The archaeologist discovered a tomb full of ancient memes carved in stone.”
“My smartphone will become my tomb if I don't stop scrolling social media.”
“The pyramid served as both a monument and a tomb for the Egyptian king.”
“Visitors must show respect when entering the sacred tomb.”
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