columbaria

/kɒljʊmˈbɛəriə/ or /kɒlʊmˈbɛəriə/

Definitions

1. noun

A building or structure for the burial of ashes or the cremated remains of the dead, especially in ancient Rome.

“The ancient city had several columbaria where the wealthy citizens stored the ashes of their loved ones.”

Synonyms

  • crematorium
  • urn vault

Antonyms

  • mausoleum
  • tomb