avelonge

/ˌævəˈlɒndʒ/ or /ˌævəˈlɔːndʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, usually enclosed, area of land used as a burial ground

“The village had its own private avelonge, where the deceased were laid to rest.”

Synonyms

  • burial ground
  • cemetery

Antonyms

  • place of celebration
  • public square