tumuli

/ˈtjuːmjʊli/

Definitions

1. noun

plural of tumulus; a mound of earth or stones raised over a burial site, especially in ancient times

“Archaeologists discovered several tumuli in the ancient city, providing valuable insights into the lives of its former inhabitants.”

Synonyms

  • barrows
  • burial mounds

Antonyms

  • flatlands
  • plains