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Meaning of altar tomb | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A monumental memorial resembling an altar, often with a canopy.

Examples

“Altar tombs were often placed over the vaults or burying-place, and frequently on the north and south walls of choirs, aisles, and chantry chapels.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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