Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mausoleum
noun
/ˌmɔː.səˈliː.ən/
Definition
A large, stately tomb or building that houses the remains of the deceased.
Examples
- The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous mausoleums in the world, built in memory of Mumtaz Mahal.
- Many ancient civilizations constructed mausoleums to preserve the memory of their leaders.
- The mausoleum was beautifully adorned with sculptures and inscriptions.
Meaning
A mausoleum is a grand structure built to honor and commemorate individuals, often containing the bodies of important people or families.
Synonyms
- tomb
- crypt
- sepulcher
- grave
