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tomb tomb /tuːm/ noun [C] ► B2 a large stone structure or underground room where someone, especially an important person, is buriedThesaurus+: ↑Places where bodies are buried or cremated• • • Extra Examples:» The tomb was honeycombed with passages and chambers.» For centuries the tomb lay inviolate until, by chance, it was discovered by two miners.» His tomb was covered with a yellow patina of lichen.» When they opened up the tomb they found treasure beyond their wildest dreams. |