Thesaurus results for CATACOMB(S)

catacombs

noun

plural of catacomb

as in tomb

an underground burial chamber explored the catacombs looking for evidence about burial customs of that ancient society

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There are endless ruins to discover… the remains of villas, palaces, theaters, castles, churches, tombs, and more... The Paphos Mosaics are one of the finest examples of ancient mosaics in the Eastern Mediterranean and should absolutely be at the top of your must-see list.

Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
The fights are silly; the final scene in the tomb is bizarrely quick and awkward.

Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2024

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