Definition

A large upright stone, often from ancient times, that is usually placed in a vertical position.

Example

The ancient menhir stood tall in the middle of the field, a reminder of the past.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a menhir in person?

No, I haven’t! What’s a menhir?

It's a tall, upright stone from prehistoric times, really fascinating!

That sounds interesting; I’d love to visit a place with a menhir.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Menhir originates from the Breton language, where 'men' means 'stone' and 'hir' means 'long'. A menhir is thus a long stone, typically a prehistoric standing stone.

Memory Tip

Picture a 'long stone' in ancient times — that's what a menhir is, a tall stone standing upright.

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