Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crypt
noun
/krɪpt/
Definition
A crypt is an underground room or vault, typically used as a burial place.
Examples
- The ancient church had a beautifully decorated crypt.
- Many historical figures are buried in the crypt beneath the cathedral.
- Archaeologists discovered artifacts in the old crypt.
Meaning
The term refers to a chamber or vault, often beneath a church, that houses the remains of the deceased.
Synonyms
- vault
- tomb
- grave
- burial chamber
