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catacombs

/ˈkætəˌkoʊmz/ /ˈkætəˌkuːmz/

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noun

سراديب الموتى

(often plural) An underground system of tunnels and chambers with recesses for graves, used (in former times) as a cemetery; a tunnel system used for burying the dead, as in Paris or Ancient Rome.

Examples :

"During their trip to Rome, the tourists explored the ancient catacombs, where early Christians were buried centuries ago. "

خلال رحلتهم إلى روما، استكشف السياح سراديب الموتى القديمة، حيث دفن المسيحيون الأوائل منذ قرون.

"During their visit to Rome, the tourists explored the ancient catacombs, marveling at the historical underground burial chambers. "

خلال زيارتهم إلى روما، استكشف السياح سراديب الموتى القديمة، وتعجبوا من غرف الدفن التاريخية تحت الأرض.

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