Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
barrow-pit
noun
/ˈbær.oʊ.pɪt/
Definition
A large excavation or hollow created to dig up soil or materials for burial mounds or similar structures.
Examples
- The archaeologists discovered a barrow-pit near the ancient burial site.
- During the excavation, they noticed several barrow-pits that had been used to gather earth for the mounds.
- The barrow-pit was filled with artifacts from the time, giving insight into the burial practices.
Meaning
Barrow-pit refers specifically to the pits used in the construction of burial mounds, often found in prehistoric sites.
Synonyms
- earth pit
- excavation
- dig site
