Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stelic
Adjective
/ˈstɛlɪk/
Definition
Relating to a stalic structure or a stela; typically used in a context of architecture or ancient monuments.
Examples
- The stelic carvings on the ancient walls captured the attention of historians.
- Archaeologists discovered a stelic monument dedicated to a long-forgotten king.
Meaning
The term ‘stelic’ describes something that resembles or pertains to a stela, which is a stone or wooden slab erected for commemorative purposes, often inscribed with text or reliefs.
Synonyms
- Monumental
- Commemorative
- Stelaic
