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tombs

/tuːmz/ /tuːms/

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noun

A small building (or "vault") for the remains of the dead, with walls, a roof, and (if it is to be used for more than one corpse) a door. It may be partly or wholly in the ground (except for its entrance) in a cemetery, or it may be inside a church proper or in its crypt. Single tombs may be permanently sealed; those for families (or other groups) have doors for access whenever needed.

Examples :

"The wealthy family built several tombs in the cemetery, each designed to hold generations of their ancestors. "

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noun

A pit in which the dead body of a human being is deposited; a grave.

Examples :

"The ancient pyramids contained elaborate tombs for the pharaohs and their treasures. "

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noun

One who keeps secrets.

Examples :

"Sentence: "You can tell Maria anything; she's a tomb and will never reveal your secrets to anyone." "

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verb

Examples :

"The workers tombs the power lines in the ground to keep them safe from the weather. "

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