Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tumba
noun
/ˈtʊm.bə/
Definition
A tomb or grave, typically a structure for burying the dead.
Examples
- The ancient tumba in the forest was a site of cultural significance.
- Visitors often leave flowers at the tumba to honor those who passed.
- The archaeologists discovered a tumba with intricate carvings.
Meaning
In a figurative sense, it represents a final resting place or a location of solemn remembrance.
Synonyms
- grave
- sepulcher
- crypt
- mausoleum