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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

tombstone

/tɒmstoʊn/ noun · British & US
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What does tombstone mean?

noun

A stone monument, typically flat and rectangular, marking a grave or the burial site of a person or people. A record or document that provides information about a person's life or career, especially one that is displayed prominently.

Example

"The tombstone on the grave read 'Beloved husband and father' in elegant script."

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