katabothra

/kætəˈbɒθrə/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of subterranean or underground tunnel or excavation, especially in ancient Greece

“The archaeologists discovered a katabothra beneath the ancient city, providing valuable insights into the lives of its inhabitants.”

Synonyms

  • tunnel
  • underground passage

Antonyms

  • above-ground
  • surface-level