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Definition of Tumulus
1. Noun. (archeology) a heap of earth placed over prehistoric tombs.
Exact synonyms: Barrow, Burial Mound, Grave Mound
Generic synonyms: Hill, Mound
Category relationships: Archaeology, Archeology
Generic synonyms: Hill, Mound
Category relationships: Archaeology, Archeology
Definition of Tumulus
1. n. An artificial hillock, especially one raised over a grave, particularly over the graves of persons buried in ancient times; a barrow.
Definition of Tumulus
1. Noun. (archaeology) A mound of earth, especially one placed over a prehistoric tomb; a barrow. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Tumulus
1. a mound over a grave [n -LI or -LUSES]