TOMBSTONES Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the word tombstones. (close relations)
Definition of TOMBSTONES
Best Alternative Words for TOMBSTONES
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gravestones | nounn | |||||||
noun • a stone that is used to mark a grave | ||||||||
headstones | nounn | |||||||
noun • the central building block at the top of an arch or vault • a stone that is used to mark a grave | ||||||||
markers | nounn | |||||||
noun • some conspicuous object used to distinguish or mark something • a distinguishing symbol • a writing implement for making a mark | ||||||||
memorials | nounn | |||||||
noun • a recognition of meritorious service • a written statement of facts submitted in conjunction with a petition to an authority • a structure erected to commemorate persons or events | ||||||||
monuments | nounn | |||||||
noun • a structure erected to commemorate persons or events • an important site that is marked and preserved as public property • a burial vault (usually for some famous person) | ||||||||
obelisks | nounn | |||||||
noun • a stone pillar having a rectangular cross section tapering towards a pyramidal top • a character used in printing to indicate a second cross reference or footnote when the asterisk has already been used | ||||||||
sepulchers | nounn | |||||||
noun • a chamber that is used as a grave | ||||||||
slabs | nounn | |||||||
noun • block consisting of a thick piece of something | ||||||||
gravestone | nounn | |||||||
noun • a stone that is used to mark a grave | ||||||||
headstone | nounn | |||||||
noun • the central building block at the top of an arch or vault • a stone that is used to mark a grave |