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tombal

/tɒmbɔːl/ noun · British & US
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What does tombal mean?

noun

A tombal is a type of ancient stone monument, typically found in the British Isles, often used to mark the burial site of a person of importance.

Example

"The archaeologists carefully excavated the tombal, uncovering the remains of the ancient king."

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