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mausolea

/ˌmɔːsəˈliːə/ noun · British & US
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What does mausolea mean?

noun

A large building for the burial of the dead, typically with a grand entrance and often decorated with statues or other ornaments. A mausoleum is a type of tomb or sepulcher.

Example

"The ancient Egyptians built elaborate mausolea for their pharaohs, which were often decorated with intricate carvings and hieroglyphics."

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