Definition

A burial place or tomb, often used for religious purposes.

Example

The ancient sepulchre was adorned with beautiful carvings and inscriptions.

Conversation

Did you hear about the old sepulchre they found during the excavation?

No, I hadn’t! What did they discover?

They say it dates back centuries and holds many historical artifacts.

That sounds fascinating! I'd love to see it once they open it to the public.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To put someone or something in a tomb or burial place.

Example

They decided to sepulchre the ancient king in a grand tomb.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how we sepulchre our memories in our minds?

That's an interesting way to put it! I guess we do hold onto certain moments like they're treasures.

Yeah, it's like we create our own little sepulchres for the things that matter most.

Root Explanation

Sepulchre → It is derived from the Latin word "sepulcrum" (meaning tomb or grave), which comes from the root "sepelire" (meaning to bury). The word "sepulchre" refers to a burial place or tomb.

Memory Tip

Imagine a place where someone is 'buried' ('sepelire') — that's what a sepulchre is, a tomb or burial site.

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