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tomb

/tɒm/ noun · British & US
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What does tomb mean?

noun

A structure or building for burying the dead, typically a large stone monument above or around a burial site. A person's final resting place, especially one marked by a monument or memorial.

Example

"The ancient tomb was discovered by archaeologists in the desert."

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