Tomb — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Tomb
Tomb (noun)
- an excavation in which a corpse is buried, grave
- a place of interment
- a house, chamber, or vault for the dead
Tomb (verb)
- bury, entomb
Tomb (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a final resting place for a dead person
"explored the historic graveyard and saw tombs that dated back two centuries"
Tomb (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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to place (a dead body) in the earth, a tomb, or the sea
"Forest Lawn is where many of Tinseltown's immortals are tombed for all eternity"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Tomb
The most common words with a similar meaning to Tomb:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Tomb
Words with the opposite meaning of Tomb:
Near Antonyms of Tomb
Word Forms of Tomb
Inflections: tombed, tombing, tombs
Derived words: tombless (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Tomb
Middle English tombe, from Anglo-French tumbe, from Late Latin tumba sepulchral mound, from Greek tymbos; perhaps akin to Latin tumēre to be swollen thumb:1
First known use: 14th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Tomb
What does "Tomb" mean?
"Tomb" means an excavation in which a corpse is buried, grave. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: an excavation in which a corpse is buried, grave. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Tomb"?
Other words for "Tomb" include burial, grave, sepulchre, sepulture, bury, entomb, hearse and inhume. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Tomb" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Tomb"?
There are 41 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Tomb". Common alternatives include burial, grave, sepulchre, sepulture, bury, entomb, hearse, inhume, inter and lay.
What is the opposite of "Tomb"?
Antonyms of "Tomb" include disinter, exhume and unearth. Near antonyms include burn, cremate, bare and disclose.
How do you use "Tomb" in a sentence?
Examples of "Tomb" in a sentence: "explored the historic graveyard and saw tombs that dated back two centuries"; "Forest Lawn is where many of Tinseltown's immortals are tombed for all eternity".
Is "Tomb" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Tomb" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Tomb"?
"Tomb" is pronounced /ˈtüm/.
What is the origin of the word "Tomb"?
"Tomb" comes from Middle English tombe, from Anglo-French tumbe, from Late Latin tumba sepulchral mound, from Greek tymbos; perhaps akin to Latin tumēre to be swollen thumb:1. First known use: 14th century.