tomb
Translation
tomb, grave
Examples
They discovered an ancient Egyptian tomb.
They discovered an ancient Egyptian tomb.
The soldier's tomb was covered in flowers.
The soldier's tomb was covered in flowers.
Grammar Patterns
((a tomb)) a large grave, especially one built of stone They discovered an ancient Egyptian tomb.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grave, crypt, mausoleum
Etymology
From Greek 'tumbos', meaning 'burial mound'.
Memory Tips
The final 'b' is silent (sounds like 'toom'). Picture a king's tomb inside an Egyptian pyramid.