Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

graveyard

noun

/ˈɡreɪvˌjɑrd/

Definition

A place where the dead are buried, typically containing graves and tombstones, often associated with burial grounds for communities or families.

Examples

The graveyard was filled with beautifully carved headstones from different eras.
She often visited her grandparents’ graveyard to pay her respects.
Walking through the ancient graveyard, he felt a sense of peace among the resting souls.

Meaning

The term ‘graveyard’ refers specifically to an area where the remains of deceased individuals are interred. It is usually a designated area that may be marked by headstones or monuments to commemorate those buried there.