menkib

/mɛŋkɪb/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ancient Mesopotamian stone monument, typically consisting of a stepped pyramid with a square base and often featuring sculpted images or inscriptions.

“The archaeologists discovered a series of menkib monuments near the ancient city of Babylon.”

Synonyms

  • monument
  • obelisk

Antonyms

  • destruction
  • ruin