martyrium

/mɑːrˈtɪəriəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A place of martyrdom or the site where a martyr was put to death

“The archaeological team discovered the remnants of an ancient martyrium, where early Christians were martyred.”

Synonyms

  • martyr's shrine
  • martyrdom
  • place of martyrdom

Antonyms

  • place of refuge
  • sanctuary